Australia Capital Territory


AIYA was born out of the Australian Capital Territory’s largest university – the Australian National University. The ACT is home to many Australians looking to build deeper links with Indonesia through language and cultural studies, and so it was natural that AIYA ACT, established in 2012, was formed to provide a space for these young people to learn in a setting outside of a university lecture theater. The ACT team arranges a number of engaging events across a range of topics, to stay up to date with what’s going on, follow the Chapter on social media:

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Committee Members

Charlotte is studying a double degree of Asian Studies and Languages, and is majoring in Southeast Asian Studies and Indonesian language. She has studied Indonesian since primary school. In 2018, she completed an Indonesian Studies H-Course at the ANU, which sparked her interest in Indonesian politics and culture. In 2020, Charlotte worked as an Indonesian language tutor to college students and is passionate about the continuation of Indonesian language in Australian schools. From 2021, She has volunteered for AIYA as Communications Officer and Secretary for the ACT Chapter.

Charlotte Hains

Chapter President

Lourdes is in her fourth year of International Security Studies and Arts at the ANU, with special interests in Indonesian Studies, languages, and politics. Born and raised in Jakarta, Indonesia, Lourdes sought to bring her love for Indonesian culture, food, and language with her when she moved to Australia to further her studies. She is passionate about developing and strengthening Australian-Indonesian bilateral relations and youth engagement in both countries.

Lourdes Bernadette

Secretary

Nicholas is studying a Bachelor of International Security Studies and Diploma of Languages, Majoring in Indonesian Language. Indonesia became a particular area of interest for him since beginning language studies in primary school, hosting Indonesian students through exchange programs, and studying there in 2023. During these studies in Indonesia, Nicholas was a Social Media Ambassador documenting, exploring and communicating the human relationships that make up Australia and Indonesia's bilateral relationship. Nicholas is excited to build upon this and learn from his colleagues through AIYA, extending his exploration of Indonesia and its cultures.

Nicholas von Guttner

Communications Officer

Molly is currently studying an Indonesian minor at ANU, as part of my degree in Laws/International Security Studies. Molly is passionate about celebrating Indonesian culture, and the Indonesia-Australian relationship with the AIYA and Canberra community. As Communications Officer, Molly helps to coordinate the AIYA ACT social media strategy and content creation.

Molly Cain

Communications Officer

Lucas is an undergraduate student studying Politics, Philosophy and Economics/International Security Studies with a minor in Indonesian language at the ANU. He has a passion to understand and develop Australia’s bilateral relationship with Indonesia. Through ACICIS, Lucas completed a short Indonesian language course, and is participating in a virtual Development Studies Professional Practicum based in Indonesia throughout January and February 2021. As an AIYA committee member, he seeks to engage with Australia’s relationship with Indonesia in a meaningful and productive way and hopes to return to Indonesia soon to improve his language abilities and learn more about Indonesian culture.

Fida Ihsan

General Representative

Timothy is passionate for the maintenance cordial bilateral relations between Australia and Indonesia, placing great trust in youth-based collaboration as means to achieve this. Tim affirms the role of people to people connections, often built through academic and cultural communities in cultivating the two countries' future leaders, which in a contemporary context, results in maximized impact for regional dynamics, and thus a global effect as well. This, he fervently believes, is a key criterion for a secure, prosperous Asia-Pacific that serves as a multi-aspect beacon by 2050.

Timothy Lakaseru

General Representative

Max is in his final semester of International Security & Asian Studies at the ANU. Max first uncovered his passion for Indonesia when he enrolled into Bahasa Indonesia on a whim in year 11, this decision would go on to shape his university studies, undertaking minors in Indonesian studies and Indonesian language. Max is thankful for the in-country exchange opportunities that are available to Australians. He undertook a language short-course in Salatiga during his second year at university and is currently living in Yogyakarta, completing a semester-long program at Gadjah Mada University. Max has also been able to leverage his experience with Indonesia throughout his career, recently completing a year-long internship on the Southeast Asia and Indonesia desks at the Department of Education.

Max Stuart

Communications Officer

Natasha is passionate about building people to people links between Australia and Indonesia. After participating in AIYEP 2020 (the Australia-Indonesia Youth Exchange Program), Natasha was inspired to learn Bahasa Indonesia to further connect with one of our closest neighbours. Through AIYA, Natasha hopes to bring people together and strengthen understanding of the Australia-Indonesia relationship.

Natasah T

General Representative

Nicklaus is currently undergoing his Master in Project Management at the Australian National University (ANU). He’s passionate about arts & cultures, especially connecting with a wide range of people across cultures. Nicklaus firmly believes that AIYA bridges the social/cultural differences and closes the gap between Indonesians and Australians. The idea of leading a group of people piques Nicklaus’ interest, while engaging and contributing to numerous AIYA events that promote freedom & equality. Through AIYA, Nicklaus has faith that he'll able to freely and safely explore, maintain, & embrace the bond between Australia-Indonesia relationship.

Nicklaus Ardahsasta

Events Officer

Alice is a third-year bachelors student, majoring in Indonesian studies. She has studied Bahasa Indonesia since high school. Alice became the secretary of the ANU campus Indonesian Association after she finished the language classes to connect with the community. Alice is very keen to see the opportunities AIYA will bring, and has grand plans as events coordinator this year.

Alice Morgan

Events Officer

Ayu is currently doing her honours year on gender and Javanese culture at ANU. She grew up in Canberra to Indonesian and Australian parents, and has always felt a strong connection to Indonesia. Ayu is passionate about Indonesian-Australian relations, especially regarding culture and language in Java. She is enthusiastic about continuing to share this passion with the Canberra community through AIYA ACT's events this year.

Ayuningsih Hancock

Events Officer

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