AIYA Links: 9 December 2024
The Conference of Australian and Indonesian Youth (CAUSINDY) 2024 returned to Australia with a different concept: an inter-campus conference. This year’s conference took place in Perth, on 19 – 22 November 2024, with the theme Advancing Higher Education Collaboration and Research Collaboration. CAUSINDY 2024 selected 13 Australian delegates and 13 Indonesian delegates consisting of young professionals from various professional backgrounds such as researchers, academics, government, policy makers and experts in the fields of education and research.
In the News
- Indonesian Creative Economy Minister Teuku Riefky Harsya received Australian Minister for Immigration and Multicultural Affairs Tony Burke and Australian Ambassador to Indonesia Penny Williams to discuss the potential for creative economy cooperation between their countries. The meeting took place in Jakarta on Tuesday (December 3), according to a statement from Indonesia’s Creative Economy Ministry cited here on Wednesday. (Antara News)
- Jakarta may follow Australia’s lead on social media ban – An Indonesian ban on social media for children has the support of senior officials from the country’s largest and most moderate Muslim organisation, as regulators warn online gaming ads are being deliberately designed to appeal to kids. (The Australian)
- Dairy heifers have been exported from Sydney to Indonesia this week for the country’s free lunch program. One of President Prabowo Subianto’s key policies is to provide free milk and lunches to all Indonesian school students. (ABC)
- In Jakarta, Indonesia, ‘Starling’ bicycle coffee sellers, an abbreviation for Starbucks Keliling or mobile Starbucks, ride on busy streets in the main business district. Although they have no connection to the giant global coffee company, they sell coffee on sidewalks, in parks and at construction sites. From dawn to midnight, Starlings are always available, making them one of the most popular coffee suppliers in the country. (AP)
Tune In
- Pelangi Indonesia School, an initiative of the Indonesian-Australian community in New South Wales, began its journey in early 2011 under the organisation Indonesian-Australian Families Association of New South Wales Incorporated (IAFA Inc.). In its operation for more than 10 years, Sekolah Indonesia Pelangi is supported by a number of volunteer teachers who are very dedicated in teaching Indonesian language and culture. (SBS Bahasa Indonesia)
- Modern batik combines traditional elements with modern art style – Rumah Batik Palbatu. Palbata Batik House came at the invitation of KJRI to attend the Indonesian Beach Festival to represent batik craft, as well as represent the group of SMEs in Jakarta. (SBS Bahasa Indonesia)
Events
- JOIN AIYA LANGUAGE EXCHANGE (IN-PERSON or ONLINE!) LX is back in multiple locations across Australia. Connect, chill, and converse with like-minded youth, meet new friends and engage in cross-cultural exchange. Make sure to follow your local chapter on Instagram for updates on the next LX event near you!
- AIYA FLEX! – our online language exchange is open to anyone with any level of Indonesian and English! It is held monthly on Sunday at 3pm WIB/ 7pm AEDT. Join FLEX here.
- NONGKRONG 2025 is coming on 9-23 Feb 2025 at Naarm/Melbourne. Save the date and keep update on Nongkrong Fest’s Instagram (nongkrongfest)
- ReelOzInd! Australia Indonesia Short Film Festival will be happening across Aus & Indonesia until 22 Dec, check their update here
Opportunities
- AIYA Annual 2023 is here! Reflecting on 2023, AIYA had a great year of growth in bridging Australian and Indonesian youth. Thank you to all our supporters, making sure AIYA continues to “Connect, Inform, Inspire.” We hope you enjoy reading our report from 2023!.
- AIYA Jawa Barat is now recruiting for the new Executives and Committees. Apply for positions here.
- ASEAN-Australia Centre is looking for professionals to take part in its flagship courses. More information here. Please note, applications submitted after the closing date will not be considered.
- Emerging Leaders Program & Short Course on Women in STEM. Applications close: Application close by 2 Jan 2025
- The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) is seeking an Executive Assistant to Minister Counsellors Economic and Political. Under general direction, the Executive Assistant to the Minister Counsellors will provide administrative support to senior Embassy staff, including assisting with events and high-level visits on a regular basis. The ideal candidate will enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where no two days are alike. Apply here by 10 Dec.
- The Australia-Indonesia Institute 2024-25 Grant Round is now open. Applications are due by 13:00 (AEDT) on 14 Jan 2025. Detailed guidance is available here.
- EY Canberra is seeking Consultant or Senior Consultant – International Development, Strategy and Transactions. Location : Canberra. Apply your application here ASAP. More information kindly contact [email protected]
- Australian Volunteers Program is seeking skilled Australians for in-person, remote and hybrid volunteering opportunities with partner organisations across the Pacific, Asia, and Africa. Explore current assignments here
- IndoAustay’s Adult Language Immersion Program applications are now open for Solo (January 2025). Click here for more information.
- Macquarie University has scholarship opportunities for all eligible students from ASEAN countries who commence their studies in 2024 and 2025. Special for chosen early acceptance scholarships will be valued at AUD $10,000 per year for the duration of your Bachelor’s or Master’s coursework degree (AUD $5,000 will be credited each session). Apply here.
- The International Internships’ ProBuddy program is now open. Want to be a mentor and a friend for an Australian university student so that they can comfortably adjust to life in Indonesia? Don’t miss the chance to grab more benefits and also the certificate on completion of the program. Apply here ASAP.
- ANU is offering a course on introduction to Indonesia’s economy and policy environment. This is a chance to learn from world experts on the Indonesian economy in a two-day intensive course. More info here.
- The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) is opening various job opportunities. Check here.
- DFAT has established the Emerging Markets Impact Investment Fund (EMIIF) which seeks to support development ideas across the Indo-Pacific region. If you have a bright development idea consider applying for support here.
- Indo Beyond Borders (IBB) is an Indonesian tutoring service, where language learning goes beyond the textbook. Join IBB and embark on an immersive learning experience that’s as dynamic and vibrant as Indonesia itself. Here to check more information
- Join Prospera talents community and become a part of a thriving network of professionals like you! Sign up today by dropping your CV here and shape the future with Prospera!
- KIAT (Kemitraan Indonesia Australia untuk Infrastruktur) is opening various employment opportunities and current tenders. Find out here. KIAT works with its government partners across Indonesia to deliver a range of large and small projects to improve access to infrastructure for all Indonesians.
- The Australian Government is receiving applications for the Working Holiday Maker program that allows young adults to have a 12 month holiday, during which they can undertake short-term work and study. More info here
- The Australian National University Indonesia Project is offering a number of grants and fellowships. Find out more about the opportunities: Collaborative Research Grants, and Visiting Fellow Grants.
- The Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) helps grow Australia’s prosperity by delivering quality trade and investment services to businesses, accelerates growth in Australia’s tourism sector and promotes Australia’s education to the world. Find a list of available vacancies here.
- The Jakarta Bintangs is an Australian Football Club with membership open to anyone, beginners are most welcome. The club organises games throughout the year, mostly in Jakarta, with occasional games across Indonesia and overseas. Tours are planned to Bali, Batam, Vietnam and Thailand this year. Training is mostly held at Lapangan Bola Aldiron in Jakarta on Saturday or Sunday afternoons. On occasion, training sessions are also held Thursday nights in the GBK complex. To keep up to date with the training schedule follow them on Instagram @jakartabintangs. For more information click here.
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