The Partnership for Australia-Indonesia Research (PAIR) – identifying gaps in the knowledge and skills of young workers in port engineering and operations. The Makassar New Port in the province of South Sulawesi provides a case study for this forward-looking national policy.

In the News

• Kementerian Pendidikan, Kebudayaan, Riset, dan Teknologi (Kemendikbudristek) menyelenggarakan upacara peringatan Hari Pendidikan Nasional (Hardiknas) tahun 2023 secara hibrida di halaman kantor Kemendikbudristek, Jakarta, pada Selasa pekan lalu. Tahun ini, peringatan Hardiknas mengusung tema “Bergerak Bersama Semarakkan Merdeka Belajar”. (Kementerian Pendidikan, Kebudayaan, Riset, dan Teknologi Indonesia)
• The Australian government will ban e-cigarettes through a heavy set of controls on imports and packaging to discourage vaping, especially among teens, under its biggest smoking reforms in more than a decade. (CNN World)
• Record low Antarctic sea ice is another alarming sign the ocean’s role as climate regulator is changing. A changing climate is upon us, with more frequent land and marine heatwaves, forest fires, atmospheric rivers and floods (The Conversation)
• Indonesia has ambitions to become a major sea power, emerging workforce that has the skills and capacity to meet the demands of an international industry. The Makassar New Port in the province of South Sulawesi provides a case study for this forward-looking national policy. (PAIR The Australia-Indonesia Centre)
• Australian visa changes for 2023-24 – Home Affairs Minister Clare O’Neil made two announcements off the back of it, and those keen to secure an Australian visa are hoping to hear more in the federal budget on 9 May. (SBS)

On the Blog

• The New Colombo Plan (NCP) scholarship is a signature initiative of the Australian Government that aims to lift knowledge of the Indo-Pacific in Australia by supporting undergraduates to study and undertake internships in the region for up to 19 months. In 2023, 150 scholars were selected as recipients of the NCP Scholarship, with only eight being awarded the scholarship for Indonesia. Read NCP scholars’ experience in submitting successful applications on AIYA Blog here.

Tune In

• Apple podcast SBS Indonesian gave you the latest independent news and stories connecting you to life in Australia and Indonesian-speaking Australians. 

Events

• AIYA Indigenous Engagement Events! The Kumpul Committee was established to connect with and celebrate the Indigenous cultures of both Australia and Indonesia.
  • AIYA Kumpul has an upcoming book club, spotlighting one perspective of Australia’s multicultural history based on Ryan Butta’s “The Ballad of Abdul Wade”. The book features the lives of the Afghan cameleers who were pioneering forces of national transportation in colonial Australia. Mark your calendar and join this event on Sunday, 4 June at 5pm AEST / 2pm WIB here.
  • Interested in joining our First Nations Book Club? Join the WA group here and/or the FB group here to keep up to date.
• JOIN AIYA ON DISCORD! AIYA would like to cordially invite you to join our Discord, an online group-chatting platform. We will be using Discord a digital hub for AIYA activities including:
  • Games nights – AIYA will be hosting casual and impromptu gatherings on Discord
  • Ngobrol Santai – any AIYA member will be able to join and chat with other members whenever you want.
• JOIN AIYA FLEX – our online language exchange now moved to Zoom! It is open to anyone with any level of Indonesian and English, and held monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 1pm WIB/4pm AEST. Starting on 4 September, join FLEX here (a recurring link).
• 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. In-person language exchange is on:
  • ACT: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Marie Reay Building, ANU. Follow @aiya_act on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • NSW: Every Thursday, 6:30pm, alternating between in-person and online on Zoom. Follow @aiya_nsw on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • VIC: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Gallery Room, Multicultural Hub, 506 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000. Follow @aiya_victoria on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • YOGYA: Biweekly on Mondays, 7pm, Lokio Cafe. Follow @aiya.yogyakarta for more info.
• AIYA NSW is hosting a 2 Weeks to Canberra step-a-thon event on the 15-29 May 2023. Working in teams of 4, the end goal of this event is to walk the equivalent amount of steps from Sydney to Canberra over the course of two weeks. Tickets are $5-$10 and can be bought here.
• Australia National University in collaboration with the Institute for Economic and Social Research (University of Indonesia) will hold the 7th Sadli Lecture on May 16 at 12.30 PM – 3 PM. Registration is open to join via zoom or attend-in-person (Jakarta based). Click here to register.
• Footscray Arts Exhibition is celebrating the continuity of art styles based on Balinese Hindu belief and local influences within the contemporary context with the Sekala Niskala exhibition. Time & Date : Tue 18 April – Sun 25 June, Footscray Community Arts. Click here for more info.
• Ikatan Australia Nusantara (IKAN) PPIA Australia collaborates with AIYA Victoria to held the Indonesian Literary Symposium: A Slight Introduction. This event seeks to raise awareness and appreciation for Indonesian literature, poetry and artists, on May 27. Click here to register.
• Monash University is hosting a day of thought provoking conversations and networking and private screening of “The Endangered Generation”. Time & Date: Fri 12 May 2023, Monash University Indonesia, Green Office 9 Building, Jl. BSD Green Office Park. Click here for more info.

Opportunities

• AIYA Victoria is looking for more committee members for their 2023 committee. Apply here.
• NAILA’s annual speech competition that recognizes excellence in Indonesian studies is here with a prize up to $2000. If you are non-native and would challenge yourself with the theme ‘Food’, click here for more info.
• Find out if you are eligible to receive a New Colombo Plan Mobility Grant here.
• ANU (Australia National University)
  • Research Fellow – Investing in Women Research Coordinator. Location: Canberra / ACT Classification: Academic Level B. Salary Package: $107,475 – $121,857 plus 17% superannuation. Terms: Full time, Fixed term (up to 3 years). Apply here by 15 May 2023.
  • 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.
• DT Global implements The Australia Indonesia Health Security Partnership (AIHSP) program that offers meaningful opportunities for each individual member of our team to grow, make an impact and leave a legacy for local communities, globally. Various opportunities here.
• IA-CEPA ECP Katalis is seeking a Cocoa Activity Manager in Indonesia. Apply by 19 May here.
• Asia Education Foundation Victorian Young Leaders: Indonesia Virtual Pilot 2023 is looking for students to participate in a 3-weeks virtual Indonesian language learning program for year 9 students in Victorian schools. Express your interest here.
• Australian Volunteers is temporarily suspending overseas placements but are continuing to support partner organisations through remote volunteering. If you’re interested in volunteering in-country then check-out a range of opportunities here.
• Bukalapak, an Indonesian-based tech unicorn with over 100 million users, 2000+ employees, and a brand new office opening right in Melbourne! They are looking for software engineers positions in Jakarta, Sydney and Melbourne. Apply here.
• Career Insights: Graduate Programs in International Affairs In this article, YAIA (Young Aus in International Affairs) has curated a list of graduate programs with an international focus across federal Government departments, agencies, state and territory governments, and private sector. Find out more here.
• Careers at Trade and Investment Queensland – Various opportunities here.
• Cowater International is hiring for several positions, including EOI for the Australia-Indonesia Research Collaboration Grants 2023 and Senior Research Officer. Check out their website here for more information. 
• 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. 
• The Indonesian Institute is looking for a Political Researcher and Legal Researcher. Willing to  work from the office (WFO) in Jakarta. Further information check here.
• Inside Indonesia is looking for a volunteer to help with uploading a few articles to the website every couple of weeks. Please send your interest to editor @insideindonesia.org.
• Inside Indonesia publishes original pieces on a wide range of political, social, environmental, and cultural issues in Indonesia. They accept articles from people who have an interest in Indonesia. To find out how to contribute, click here.
• Jakarta Bintangs is an Australian Football Club with membership open to women, men and children of all nationalities, ages and ability.To keep up to date with training schedule follow them on Instagram @jakartabintangs, or contact Han on 081119337855. More information here.
• KATALIS – Do you have a great Indonesia-Australia business development idea that needs connecting and support? Submit your ideas through its business portal here. Proposals can be submitted all year, and will be subject to approval from the governments of Indonesia and Australia.
• KIAT (Indonesia Australia partnership for infrastructure) – Road Engineer opportunity is now open. Apply here.
• 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.
• Would you like to travel, intern and make lifelong friends in Indonesia for free? Value Learning is sending out an Expression of Interest for the Australian Indonesia Youth Exchange Program. Register here.

Like what we do? Want to join or support your local chapter to contribute to our exciting activities? Sign up as an AIYA member today!

Last Thursday, the 1st Annual Indonesian Student Awards ceremony was held at the Indonesian Consulate General in Perth. The awards were presented to school students in grades 8 and 11 who achieved the highest grades in Indonesian language subject at their respective schools. (Kementrian Luar Negri)

In the News

• Dubes RI untuk Australia Siswo Pramono mengapresiasi Victorian Indonesian Language Teacher’s Association (VILTA)  telah memfasilitasi pengiriman guru bantu Bahasa Indonesia untuk sekolah-sekolah di Victoria. (ANTARA News)
• Australia’s Oldest Coal-fired Power Plant, the Liddell Power Station, located in the Australian state of New South Wales (NSW), was powered down on Friday, April 28 after almost 52 years of operation. (Tempo)
• State-owned Enterprises (BUMN) Deputy Minister Kartika Wirjoatmodjo revealed that LRT Jabodebek will be officially inauguratedone day after Indonesia’s 78th Independence Day on Aug. 18, 2023. But the light rail transit system will be up and running a month before that, and we all get to ride for free for a month! (Coconuts Jakarta)

On the Blog

• The New Colombo Plan (NCP) scholarship is a signature initiative of the Australian Government that aims to lift knowledge of the Indo-Pacific in Australia by supporting undergraduates to study and undertake internships in the region for up to 19 months. In 2023, 150 scholars were selected as recipients of the NCP Scholarship, with only eight being awarded the scholarship for Indonesia. Read NCP scholars’ experience in submitting successful applications on AIYA Blog here.

Tune In

• Apple podcast SBS Indonesian gave you the latest independent news and stories connecting you to life in Australia and Indonesian-speaking Australians. 

Events

• AIYA Indigenous Engagement Events! The Kumpul Committee was established to connect with and celebrate the Indigenous cultures of both Australia and Indonesia.
  • AIYA Kumpul has an upcoming book club, spotlighting one perspective of Australia’s multicultural history based on Ryan Butta’s “The Ballad of Abdul Wade”. The book features the lives of the Afghan cameleers who were pioneering forces of national transportation in colonial Australia. Mark your calendar and join this event on Sunday, 4 June at 5pm AEST / 2pm WIB here.
  • Interested in joining our First Nations Book Club? Join the WA group here and/or the FB group here to keep up to date.
• JOIN AIYA ON DISCORD! AIYA would like to cordially invite you to join our Discord, an online group-chatting platform. We will be using Discord a digital hub for AIYA activities including:
  • Games nights – AIYA will be hosting casual and impromptu gatherings on Discord
  • Ngobrol Santai – any AIYA member will be able to join and chat with other members whenever you want.
• JOIN AIYA FLEX – our online language exchange now moved to Zoom! It is open to anyone with any level of Indonesian and English, and held monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 1pm WIB/4pm AEST. Starting on 4 September, join FLEX here (a recurring link).
• 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. In-person language exchange is on:
  • ACT: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Marie Reay Building, ANU. Follow @aiya_act on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • NSW: Every Thursday, 6:30pm, alternating between in-person and online on Zoom. Follow @aiya_nsw on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • VIC: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Gallery Room, Multicultural Hub, 506 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000. Follow @aiya_victoria on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • YOGYA: Biweekly on Mondays, 7pm, Lokio Cafe. Follow @aiya.yogyakarta for more info.
• The University of Sydney is having an online webinar titled “Politics in Action 2023: Indonesia update” as part of its annual forum. List of experts from SEA countries will each present for 20 minutes. Time & Date: Tues 2 May, 1.15pm(AEST)  | 10.15am WIB. Click here to register.
• Monash University is hosting a day of thought provoking conversations and networking and private screening of “The Endangered Generation”. Time & Date: Fri 12 May 2023, Monash University Indonesia, Green Office 9 Building, Jl. BSD Green Office Park. Click here for more info.
• AIYA NSW is hosting a 2 Weeks to Canberra step-a-thon event on the 15-29 May 2023. Working in teams of 4, the end goal of this event is to walk the equivalent amount of steps from Sydney to Canberra over the course of two weeks. Tickets are $5-$10 and can be bought here.
• Ikatan Australia Nusantara (IKAN) PPIA Australia and AIYA Victoria to held the Indonesian Literary Symposium: A Slight Introduction. This event seeks to raise awareness and appreciation for Indonesian literature, poetry and artists. Time & Date: Saturday 27th May 2023. Click here to register.
• Footscray Arts Exhibition is celebrating the continuity of art styles based on Balinese Hindu belief and local influences within the contemporary context with the Sekala Niskala exhibition. Time & Date : Tue 18 April – Sun 25 June, Footscray Community Arts. Click here for more info.

Opportunities

• AIYA Victoria is looking for more committee members for their 2023 committee. Apply and find more info here.
• NAILA’s annual speech competition that recognizes excellence in Indonesian studies is here with a prize up to $2000. If you are non-native and would challenge yourself with the theme ‘Food’, click here for more info.
• PROSPERA, a partnership facility of the Australian Department of Foreign and Trade and the Government of Indonesia for economic development, is now opening job opportunity for Performance (MEL) Adviser. The job is international. If this is interesting, apply here by 2 May.
• SKALA Program, a significant Australian investment designed to help Indonesia strengthen selected elements of Indonesia’s large and complex decentralised government system responsible for the delivery of basic services, is now opening new job opportunity for Planning & Quality Lead. Apply here by 2 May.
• ACICIS Study Indonesia, a non-profit consortium of universities that develops and coordinates high quality, in-country study options in Indonesia, is now opening job opportunities for Bandung Program Assistant, until 7 May. Submit your applications here by 7 May.
• Inside Indonesia is looking for a reliable volunteer to help with uploading a few articles to the website every couple of weeks. Please send your interest to [email protected]
• The John Legge Prize is one of seven prize/grant schemes offered by the Asian Studies Association of Australia. This prize recognizes cutting edge research performed by postgraduates across our broad field of research. Applications for the 2023 John Legge Prize for the Best Thesis in Asian Studies in 2022 are now open until Friday 28 April.
• Pipiltin Cocoa is currently hiring for several positions, including Cocoa Activity Manager and Cocoa Market Research Report in Indonesia.
• Find out if you are eligible to receive a New Colombo Plan Mobility Grant here.
• Kolaborasi Pengetahuan dan Inovasi Australia Indonesia (KONEKSI) is calling for expressions of interest for the Australia-Indonesia Research Collaboration Grants 2023. Apply here.
• Cowater International is hiring for several positions, including a Communications and Graphic Design Officer, EOI for the Australia-Indonesia Research Collaboration Grants 2023, Human Resources/Payroll/Safeguards Officer, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Officer, and Senior Research Officer. Check out their website here for more information.
• Asia Education Foundation is looking for students to participate in a 3-week virtual Indonesian Language learning program for 44 x Year 9 students in Victorian schools. Express your interest here.
• Indonesia Australia Language Foundation (IALF) is looking for AEF Program Manager to provide support on its international programs. More info here.
• The Jakarta Bintangs is an Australian Football Club with membership open to women, men and children of all nationalities, ages and ability. Beginners are most welcome. The club organizes games throughout the year. Most games are played in Jakarta, with occasional games across Indonesia and overseas. Tours are planned to Bali, Batam, Vietnam and Thailand this year. Trainings are held mostly held at Lapangan Bola Aldiron in Jakarta on Saturday or Sunday afternoons. On occasion, trainings are also held Thursday nights in the GBK complex.To keep up to date with training schedule follow them on Instagram @jakartabintangs, or contact Han on 081119337855. For more information click here.
• Would you like to travel, intern and make lifelong friends in Indonesia for free? Value Learning is sending out an Expression of Interest for the Australian Indonesia Youth Exchange Program. Register here.
• USYD is looking for a Communications and Events officer responsible for producing all communications and marketing material in consultation with the Director and Deputy Director, managing our social media presence and website, coordinating, and promoting all events and activities, and liaising with other professional service units as required to fulfil these tasks. Apply here.
• Mosaic Connections is looking for a Communications Manager to lead with planning and developing social media campaigns. Apply here.
• The Australia-Indonesia BRIDGE School Partnerships Program will establish 10 new school partnerships between Australian and Indonesian schools. This will include 10 Australian schools and 10 schools from across Indonesia, including schools, madrasahs and pesantren from primary (SD/MI) and secondary levels (SMP/MTs, SMA/MA/SMK). Find the application form for Indonesian schools/madrasahs here and the form for Australian schools here.
• The Australia Awards Scholarships are prestigious international awards offered by the Australian Government to the next generation of global leaders to obtain a Masters or PhD from an Australian tertiary institution. The Scholarships have been an important component of the Australian Government’s aid program in Indonesia since 1953. Through study, research and networking, scholarship recipients develop the skills and knowledge to drive change and help build enduring people-to-people links with Australia. Applications for these scholarships are open now until the 1st of May.
• Register now to take part in the 17th Indonesian Film Festival Short Film Competition. The theme for the Competition is “Magnum Opus”.
• Careers at Trade and Investment Queensland – Various opportunities here.
• The Australia-Indonesia Centre is launching its online Talent Accelerator Program (TAP), aimed at increasing the impact and leadership of early career researchers across Indonesia and Australia. Apply here.
• Do you have a great Indonesia-Australia business development idea that needs connecting and support? Submit your ideas to Katalis through its business portal here. Proposals can be submitted all year, and will be subject to approval from the governments of Indonesia and Australia.
• Bukalapak, an Indonesian-based tech unicorn with over 100 million users, 2 thousand plus employees, and a brand new office opening right here in Melbourne! They are looking for multiple positions in Jakarta, Sydney and Melbourne. Apply 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. 
• DT Global (KIAT) is opening various employment opportunities and current tenders. Find out more 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.
• Australian Volunteers is temporarily suspending overseas placements but are continuing to support partner organisations through remote volunteering. If you’re interested in volunteering in-country then check-out a range of opportunities here.
• 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 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.
• Inside Indonesia publishes original pieces on a wide range of political, social, environmental, and cultural issues in Indonesia. They accept articles from people who have an interest in Indonesia. To find out how to contribute, click here.
• Career Insights: Graduate Programs in International Affairs In this article, YAIA has pulled together a curated list of graduate programs with an international focus, across federal Government departments and agencies, state and territory governments, and the private sector, that are available to apply for in 2023. Find out more here.

Like what we do? Want to join or support your local chapter to contribute to our exciting activities? Sign up as an AIYA member today!

Muslims have welcomed Idul Fitri with festivities to mark the end of the holy fasting month of Ramadan after three years of muted celebrations due to COVID-19-induced restrictions. (The Jakarta Post)

In the News

• ‘Awesome’ solar eclipse wows viewers in Australia and Indonesia. “It’s only a minute long, but it really felt like a long time. There’s nothing else you can see which looks like that. (NBC News)
• Embracing the different ways Indonesia and Australia view the region – It would be a mistake to assume enhanced defence cooperation means the two countries share a strategic outlook (Lowy Institute)
• Eleven Indonesian fishermen were rescued by Australian maritime authorities. The first group of 11 men swam to shore on the remote Bedwell Island, about 300 km west of Broome on the northwestern Australian coast. (CNN)
• In February 2024, Indonesia will hold its next presidential election. Three potential presidential candidates include Defence Minister Prabowo Subianto (Gerindra), Governor of Central Java Ganjar Pranowo (PDIP-Not yet nominated), and former governor of Jakarta Anies Baswedan (NasDem, Demokrat, PKS) are expected to perform amidst the US-China rivalry.  (FULCRUM – Analysis on SEA)
• To commemorate Kartini Day on the 21st of April, four rising public figures pay tribute to the enduring original female icon (The Jakarta Post).
• Kelompok Mpu Uteun adalah sejumlah perempuan yang merasa resah dengan risiko bencana akibat perambahan hutan, dan berjuang untuk berpatroli mengatasi penebangan liar maupun perburuan, membongkar jerat pemburu, mendokumentasikan tanaman maupun satwa asli setempat, hingga menanam pohon. (The Conversation)
• Rector of Hasanuddin University (Unhas) Jamaluddin Jompa and Australian Ambassador to Indonesia Penny Williams discussed research-based plans and developments running between the Australian and Indonesian government and institutions/ (ANTARA)

On the Blog

• The New Colombo Plan (NCP) scholarship is a signature initiative of the Australian Government that aims to lift knowledge of the Indo-Pacific in Australia by supporting undergraduates to study and undertake internships in the region for up to 19 months. In 2023, 150 scholars were selected as recipients of the NCP Scholarship, with only eight being awarded the scholarship for Indonesia. Read NCP scholars’ experience in submitting successful applications on AIYA Blog here.

Tune In

• Apple podcast Talking Indonesia’s latest update had Mr Kevin O’Rourke talking about many issues: the fragility of Indonesian democracy, Indonesia as a country of two systems, politics and football, Anies Baswedan’s presidential electability and the super coalitions that Indonesian political parties are currently forming.

Events

• AIYA Indigenous Engagement Events! The Kumpul Committee was established to connect with and celebrate the Indigenous cultures of both Australia and Indonesia.
  • AIYA Kumpul has an upcoming book club, spotlighting one perspective of Australia’s multicultural history based on Ryan Butta’s “The Ballad of Abdul Wade”. The book features the lives of the Afghan cameleers who were pioneering forces of national transportation in colonial Australia. Mark your calendar and join this event on Sunday, 4 June at 5pm AEST / 2pm WIB here.
  • Interested in joining our First Nations Book Club? Join the WA group here and/or the FB group here to keep up to date.
• JOIN AIYA ON DISCORD! AIYA would like to cordially invite you to join our Discord, an online group-chatting platform. We will be using Discord a digital hub for AIYA activities including:
  • Games nights – AIYA will be hosting casual and impromptu gatherings on Discord
  • Ngobrol Santai – any AIYA member will be able to join and chat with other members whenever you want.
• JOIN AIYA FLEX – our online language exchange now moved to Zoom! It is open to anyone with any level of Indonesian and English, and held monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 1pm WIB/4pm AEST. Starting on 4 September, join FLEX here (a recurring link).
• 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. In-person language exchange is on:
  • ACT: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Marie Reay Building, ANU. Follow @aiya_act on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • NSW: Every Thursday, 6:30pm, alternating between in-person and online on Zoom. Follow @aiya_nsw on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • VIC: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Gallery Room, Multicultural Hub, 506 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000. Follow @aiya_victoria on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • YOGYA: Biweekly on Mondays, 7pm, Lokio Cafe. Follow @aiya.yogyakarta for more info.
• Lowy Institute is organising an “Australia and Indonesia: diverging neighbours in the Indo-Pacific?” panel discussion. Time & Date: Wed 26 Apr 6:15 PM- 7:15 PM, Old Parliament House 18 King George Terrace, Parkes ACT. Click here for more info.
• AIYA NSW is hosting a hybrid seminar on “How to Build a Startup – Panel & Networking”. The event will be held on 27 April at 4.30pm AEST. The in-person event will be at Sydney Knowledge Hub, Merewether Building, The University of Sydney. Click here for more info.
• ACMI (Australian Centre for the Moving Image) presents The 17th Indonesian Film Festival – “Spectacles of Indonesia’s Silver Screen”. Time & Date: Thu 27– Sun 30 Apr, Melbourne ACMI, Fed Square. Click here for more info.
• The University of Sydney is having an online webinar titled “Politics in Action 2023: Indonesia update” as part of its annual forum. List of experts from SEA countries will each present for 20 minutes. Time & Date: Tues 2 May, 1.15pm(AEST)  | 10.15am WIB. Click here to register.
• Monash University is hosting a day of thought provoking conversations and networking and private screening of “The Endangered Generation”. Time & Date: Fri 12 May 2023, Monash University Indonesia, Green Office 9 Building, Jl. BSD Green Office Park. Click here for more info.
• Footscray Arts Exhibition “Celebrating the continuity of art styles based on Balinese Hindu belief and local influences within the contemporary context”. Time & Date : Tue 18 April – Sun 25 June, Footscray Community Arts.Click here for more info.

Opportunities

• AIYA Victoria is looking for more committee members for their 2023 committee. Apply and find more info here.
• NAILA’s annual speech competition that recognizes excellence in Indonesian studies is here with a prize up to $2000. If you are non-native and would challenge yourself with the theme ‘Food’, click here for more info.
• PROSPERA, a partnership facility of the Australian Department of Foreign and Trade and the Government of Indonesia for economic development, is now opening job opportunity for Performance (MEL) Adviser. The job is international. If this is interesting, apply here by 2 May.
• SKALA Program, a significant Australian investment designed to help Indonesia strengthen selected elements of Indonesia’s large and complex decentralised government system responsible for the delivery of basic services, is now opening new job opportunity for Planning & Quality Lead. Apply here by 2 May.
• ACICIS Study Indonesia, a non-profit consortium of universities that develops and coordinates high quality, in-country study options in Indonesia, is now opening job opportunities for Bandung Program Assistant, until 7 May. Submit your applications here by 7 May.
• Inside Indonesia is looking for a reliable volunteer to help with uploading a few articles to the website every couple of weeks. Please send your interest to [email protected]
• The John Legge Prize is one of seven prize/grant schemes offered by the Asian Studies Association of Australia. This prize recognizes cutting edge research performed by postgraduates across our broad field of research. Applications for the 2023 John Legge Prize for the Best Thesis in Asian Studies in 2022 are now open until Friday 28 April.
• Find out if you are eligible to receive a New Colombo Plan Mobility Grant here.
• Kolaborasi Pengetahuan dan Inovasi Australia Indonesia (KONEKSI) is calling for expressions of interest for the Australia-Indonesia Research Collaboration Grants 2023. Apply here.
• Cowater International is hiring for several positions, including a Communications and Graphic Design Officer, EOI for the Australia-Indonesia Research Collaboration Grants 2023, Human Resources/Payroll/Safeguards Officer, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Officer, and Senior Research Officer. Check out their website here for more information.
• Asia Education Foundation is looking for students to participate in a 3-week virtual Indonesian Language learning program for 44 x Year 9 students in Victorian schools. Express your interest here.
• Indonesia Australia Language Foundation (IALF) is looking for AEF Program Manager to provide support on its international programs. More info here.
• The Jakarta Bintangs is an Australian Football Club with membership open to women, men and children of all nationalities, ages and ability. Beginners are most welcome. The club organizes games throughout the year. Most games are played in Jakarta, with occasional games across Indonesia and overseas. Tours are planned to Bali, Batam, Vietnam and Thailand this year. Trainings are held mostly held at Lapangan Bola Aldiron in Jakarta on Saturday or Sunday afternoons. On occasion, trainings are also held Thursday nights in the GBK complex.To keep up to date with training schedule follow them on Instagram @jakartabintangs, or contact Han on 081119337855. For more information click here.
• Would you like to travel, intern and make lifelong friends in Indonesia for free? Value Learning is sending out an Expression of Interest for the Australian Indonesia Youth Exchange Program. Register here.
• USYD is looking for a Communications and Events officer responsible for producing all communications and marketing material in consultation with the Director and Deputy Director, managing our social media presence and website, coordinating, and promoting all events and activities, and liaising with other professional service units as required to fulfil these tasks. Apply here.
• Mosaic Connections is looking for a Communications Manager to lead with planning and developing social media campaigns. Apply here.
• The Australia-Indonesia BRIDGE School Partnerships Program will establish 10 new school partnerships between Australian and Indonesian schools. This will include 10 Australian schools and 10 schools from across Indonesia, including schools, madrasahs and pesantren from primary (SD/MI) and secondary levels (SMP/MTs, SMA/MA/SMK). Find the application form for Indonesian schools/madrasahs here and the form for Australian schools here.
• The Australia Awards Scholarships are prestigious international awards offered by the Australian Government to the next generation of global leaders to obtain a Masters or PhD from an Australian tertiary institution. The Scholarships have been an important component of the Australian Government’s aid program in Indonesia since 1953. Through study, research and networking, scholarship recipients develop the skills and knowledge to drive change and help build enduring people-to-people links with Australia. Applications for these scholarships are open now until the 1st of May.
• Register now to take part in the 17th Indonesian Film Festival Short Film Competition. The theme for the Competition is “Magnum Opus”.
• The Australia-Indonesia Centre is launching its online Talent Accelerator Program (TAP), aimed at increasing the impact and leadership of early career researchers across Indonesia and Australia. Apply here.
• Do you have a great Indonesia-Australia business development idea that needs connecting and support? Submit your ideas to Katalis through its business portal here. Proposals can be submitted all year, and will be subject to approval from the governments of Indonesia and Australia.
• Bukalapak, an Indonesian-based tech unicorn with over 100 million users, 2 thousand plus employees, and a brand new office opening right here in Melbourne! They are looking for multiple positions in Jakarta, Sydney and Melbourne. Apply 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. 
• DT Global (KIAT) is opening various employment opportunities and current tenders. Find out more 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.
• Australian Volunteers is temporarily suspending overseas placements but are continuing to support partner organisations through remote volunteering. If you’re interested in volunteering in-country then check-out a range of opportunities here.
• 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 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.
• Inside Indonesia publishes original pieces on a wide range of political, social, environmental, and cultural issues in Indonesia. They accept articles from people who have an interest in Indonesia. To find out how to contribute, click here.
• Career Insights: Graduate Programs in International Affairs In this article, YAIA has pulled together a curated list of graduate programs with an international focus, across federal Government departments and agencies, state and territory governments, and the private sector, that are available to apply for in 2023. Find out more here.

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It was seven days before Eid al-Fitr, commemorating the end of the Holy Month of Ramadan or the Islamic month of fasting. On 15 April 2023, 23,500 people left the economic powerhouse, Jakarta via Pasar Senen Station to celebrate Eid in their own hometowns, commonly known as mudik or pulang kampung. (ANTARA/Kompas TV)

In the News

• Don Wininba Ganambarr’s genetic links and its oral history he has been told about his family, are now helping researchers and elders to map the little-known migration of Indigenous Australians who were migrating and living-in-community in Indonesia in the 1700s and 1800s prior to British settlement. So, how is it going on, so even Professor Lynette Russell, who is researching the era, says that the story tells an incredibly interesting story for Australia’s history? (Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) News)
• Seorang diaspora Indonesia di Australia, membagikan ceritanya mengenai suasana Bulan Suci Ramadhan, khususnya di daerah Sunshine Coast, Queensland, beserta dengan kehidupan masyarakat Muslim di wilayah tersebut. (Kompas TV)
• The Indonesian Health Ministry has received drug assistance in the form of 24,096 doses of the antiviral drug Paxlovid, which is the newest drug for treating COVID-19 patients with infections of mild to moderate severity that have the potential to become severe, and also well-known as nirmatrelvir or ritonavir, from the United States (US) and Australian governments. (ANTARA)
• Penny Williams, the Ambassador of Australia to the Republic of Indonesia, who is on duty in the office, in Jakarta, has co-observed iftar or buka puasa bersama together with several colleagues of the Embassy, as the post which was uploaded on the April 15th, 2023. (Australian Ambassador to Indonesia, Penny Williams’ Twitter account)

On the Blog

• The New Colombo Plan (NCP) scholarship is a signature initiative of the Australian Government that aims to lift knowledge of the Indo-Pacific in Australia by supporting undergraduates to study and undertake internships in the region for up to 19 months. In 2023, 150 scholars were selected as recipients of the NCP Scholarship, with only eight being awarded the scholarship for Indonesia. Read NCP scholars’ experience in submitting successful applications on AIYA Blog here.

Events

• AIYA Indigenous Engagement Events! The Kumpul Committee was established to connect with and celebrate the Indigenous cultures of both Australia and Indonesia.
  • AIYA Kumpul has an upcoming book club, spotlighting one perspective of Australia’s multicultural history based on Ryan Butta’s “The Ballad of Abdul Wade”. The book features the lives of the Afghan cameleers who were pioneering forces of national transportation in colonial Australia. Mark your calendar and join this event on Sunday, 4 June at 5pm AEST / 2pm WIB here.
  • Interested in joining our First Nations Book Club? Join the WA group here and/or the FB group here to keep up to date.
• JOIN AIYA ON DISCORD! AIYA would like to cordially invite you to join our Discord, an online group-chatting platform. We will be using Discord a digital hub for AIYA activities including:
  • Games nights – AIYA will be hosting casual and impromptu gatherings on Discord
  • Ngobrol Santai – any AIYA member will be able to join and chat with other members whenever you want.
• JOIN AIYA FLEX – our online language exchange now moved to Zoom! It is open to anyone with any level of Indonesian and English, and held monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 1pm WIB/4pm AEST. Starting on 4 September, join FLEX here (a recurring link).
• 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. In-person language exchange is on:
  • ACT: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Marie Reay Building, ANU. Follow @aiya_act on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • NSW: Every Thursday, 6:30pm, alternating between in-person and online on Zoom. Follow @aiya_nsw on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • VIC: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Gallery Room, Multicultural Hub, 506 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000. Follow @aiya_victoria on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • YOGYA: Biweekly on Mondays, 7pm, Lokio Cafe. Follow @aiya.yogyakarta for more info.
• AIYA NSW is hosting a hybrid seminar on “How to Build a Startup – Panel & Networking”. The event will be held on 27 April at 4.30pm AEST. The in-person event will be at Sydney Knowledge Hub, Merewether Building, The University of Sydney. Click here for more info.

Opportunities

• AIYA Victoria is looking for more committee members for their 2023 committee. Apply and find more info here.
• PROSPERA, a partnership facility of the Australian Department of Foreign and Trade and the Government of Indonesia for economic development, is now opening job opportunity for Performance (MEL) Adviser. The job is international. If this is interesting, apply here by 2 May.
• SKALA Program, a significant Australian investment designed to help Indonesia strengthen selected elements of Indonesia’s large and complex decentralised government system responsible for the delivery of basic services, is now opening new job opportunity for Planning & Quality Lead. Apply here by 2 May.
• ACICIS Study Indonesia, a non-profit consortium of universities that develops and coordinates high quality, in-country study options in Indonesia, is now opening job opportunities for Bandung Program Assistant, until 7 May. Submit your applications here by 7 May.
• Inside Indonesia is looking for a reliable volunteer to help with uploading a few articles to the website every couple of weeks. Please send your interest to [email protected]
• The John Legge Prize is one of seven prize/grant schemes offered by the Asian Studies Association of Australia. This prize recognizes cutting edge research performed by postgraduates across our broad field of research. Applications for the 2023 John Legge Prize for the Best Thesis in Asian Studies in 2022 are now open until Friday 28 April.
• Find out if you are eligible to receive a New Colombo Plan Mobility Grant here.
• Kolaborasi Pengetahuan dan Inovasi Australia Indonesia (KONEKSI) is calling for expressions of interest for the Australia-Indonesia Research Collaboration Grants 2023. Apply here.
• Asia Education Foundation is looking for students to participate in a 3-week virtual Indonesian Language learning program for 44 x Year 9 students in Victorian schools. Express your interest here.
• Indonesia Australia Language Foundation (IALF) is looking for AEF Program Manager to provide support on its international programs. More info here.
• The Jakarta Bintangs is an Australian Football Club with membership open to women, men and children of all nationalities, ages and ability. Beginners are most welcome. The club organizes games throughout the year. Most games are played in Jakarta, with occasional games across Indonesia and overseas. Tours are planned to Bali, Batam, Vietnam and Thailand this year. Trainings are held mostly held at Lapangan Bola Aldiron in Jakarta on Saturday or Sunday afternoons. On occasion, trainings are also held Thursday nights in the GBK complex.To keep up to date with training schedule follow them on Instagram @jakartabintangs, or contact Han on 081119337855. For more information click here.
• Would you like to travel, intern and make lifelong friends in Indonesia for free? Value Learning is sending out an Expression of Interest for the Australian Indonesia Youth Exchange Program. Register here.
• USYD is looking for a Communications and Events officer responsible for producing all communications and marketing material in consultation with the Director and Deputy Director, managing our social media presence and website, coordinating, and promoting all events and activities, and liaising with other professional service units as required to fulfil these tasks. Apply here.
• Mosaic Connections is looking for a Communications Manager to lead with planning and developing social media campaigns. Apply here.
• The Australia-Indonesia BRIDGE School Partnerships Program will establish 10 new school partnerships between Australian and Indonesian schools. This will include 10 Australian schools and 10 schools from across Indonesia, including schools, madrasahs and pesantren from primary (SD/MI) and secondary levels (SMP/MTs, SMA/MA/SMK). Find the application form for Indonesian schools/madrasahs here and the form for Australian schools here.
• The Australia Awards Scholarships are prestigious international awards offered by the Australian Government to the next generation of global leaders to obtain a Masters or PhD from an Australian tertiary institution. The Scholarships have been an important component of the Australian Government’s aid program in Indonesia since 1953. Through study, research and networking, scholarship recipients develop the skills and knowledge to drive change and help build enduring people-to-people links with Australia. Applications for these scholarships are open now until the 1st of May.
• Register now to take part in the 17th Indonesian Film Festival Short Film Competition. The theme for the Competition is “Magnum Opus”.
• The Australia-Indonesia Centre is launching its online Talent Accelerator Program (TAP), aimed at increasing the impact and leadership of early career researchers across Indonesia and Australia. Apply here.
• Do you have a great Indonesia-Australia business development idea that needs connecting and support? Submit your ideas to Katalis through its business portal here. Proposals can be submitted all year, and will be subject to approval from the governments of Indonesia and Australia.
• Bukalapak, an Indonesian-based tech unicorn with over 100 million users, 2 thousand plus employees, and a brand new office opening right here in Melbourne! They are looking for multiple positions in Jakarta, Sydney and Melbourne. Apply 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. 
• DT Global (KIAT) is opening various employment opportunities and current tenders. Find out more 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.
• Australian Volunteers is temporarily suspending overseas placements but are continuing to support partner organisations through remote volunteering. If you’re interested in volunteering in-country then check-out a range of opportunities here.
• 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 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.
• Inside Indonesia publishes original pieces on a wide range of political, social, environmental, and cultural issues in Indonesia. They accept articles from people who have an interest in Indonesia. To find out how to contribute, click here.
• Career Insights: Graduate Programs in International Affairs In this article, YAIA has pulled together a curated list of graduate programs with an international focus, across federal Government departments and agencies, state and territory governments, and the private sector, that are available to apply for in 2023. Find out more here.

Like what we do? Want to join or support your local chapter to contribute to our exciting activities? Sign up as an AIYA member today!

Over the past two decades, there has been a resurgence of jamu; both in the traditional sense, and a more modern one. Even more so after the global pandemic, the rise of wellness has given new life to the millennia-old tradition. In recognition, the country has nominated it for UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage List, which helps protect the social history and cultural impact of endangered traditions.

In the News

• The Indonesian market is considered too risky and complex by many Australian businesses, which worry about the potential for reputational damage and a perceived unfriendly legal system. Lithium, however, could become a bridge to bring the two countries’ business interests closer together. (Nikkei Asia)
• Kota Bandung dan Kota Melbourne, Australia, dipastikan menjalin kerja sama Sister City atau kota kembar pada berbagai bidang, usai rencana kerja sama ini disetujui Dewan Perwakilan Rakyat Daerah (DPRD) Kota Bandung. (CNN)
• Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) has been declared endemic in Indonesia, which means Australia is “in for the long haul” in its efforts to prevent a potentially disastrous incursion from our nearest neighbour. (ABC)
• Indonesia’s playing host to the U-20 was supposed to be a boon for tourism as the economy recovers from the pandemic. What electrified the issue politically was objection to Israeli participation—on ostensibly anti-colonial grounds—from the nationalist PDI-P party to which President Widodo is affiliated. (East Asia Forum)

On the Blog

• The Republic of Indonesia only gained independence 79 years ago, successfully ending some 300 years of Dutch rule. Today, Indonesia’s National Revolution (1945-1949) remains a cornerstone of Indonesian nationalist identity through its symbols, rhetoric, and aesthetics, which are all still highly relevant in modern Indonesia. However Indonesia’s struggle for independence was not simply a national affair. Australia is now remembered as being one of the first Western nations to support Indonesia’s bid for independence. Read more here.

Tune In

• Dilail Abimanyu talks to Heri Febriyanto from Bendigo Australia Indonesia Klub (Baik) about What is the Bendigo Easter Parade? and the participation of the Indonesian people in following the parade. Listen here. (SBS Indonesia)

Events

• AIYA Indigenous Engagement Events! The Kumpul Committee was established to connect with and celebrate the Indigenous cultures of both Australia and Indonesia.
  • Interested in joining our First Nations Book Club? Join the WA group here and/or the FB group here to keep up to date.
• JOIN AIYA ON DISCORD! AIYA would like to cordially invite you to join our Discord, an online group-chatting platform. We will be using Discord a digital hub for AIYA activities including:
  • Games nights – AIYA will be hosting casual and impromptu gatherings on Discord
  • Ngobrol Santai – any AIYA member will be able to join and chat with other members whenever you want.
• JOIN AIYA FLEX – our online language exchange now moved to Zoom! It is open to anyone with any level of Indonesian and English, and held monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 1pm WIB/4pm AEST. Starting on 4 September, join FLEX here (a recurring link).
• 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. In-person language exchange is on:
  • ACT: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Marie Reay Building, ANU. Follow @aiya_act on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • NSW: Every Thursday, 6:30pm, alternating between in-person and online on Zoom. Follow @aiya_nsw on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • VIC: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Gallery Room, Multicultural Hub, 506 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000. Follow @aiya_victoria on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • YOGYA: Biweekly on Mondays, 7pm, Lokio Cafe. Follow @aiya.yogyakarta for more info.
• ANU is hosting a seminar on “Mayor selection in clientelistic environments: Causal service delivery effects” on 11 April at 2pm hybrid. Register here.
• Asia Society Australia is hosting a seminar on business, trade, and careers in Southeast Asia, held at RMIT University on the 13th of April. Register here.
• AIYA NSW is hosting a hybrid seminar on “How to Build a Startup – Panel & Networking”. The event will be held on 27 April at 5.30pm AEDT. In-person event will be at  Sydney Knowledge Hub, Merewether Building, The University of Sydney.
• AIYA SA will be holding an Iftar dinner in Adelaide on Sunday, 16 April at 5.30pm at Hello Indo Restaurant, 1/271-281 Gouger St. Everyone is welcome to attend, even if you’re not fasting! More info here.

Opportunities

• AIYA Victoria is looking for more committee members for their 2023 committee. Apply and find more info here.
• The ASEAN-Australia Young Leaders Forum (AAYLF) is a four-day in person intensive in Kuala Lumpur which aims to cultivate the next generation of leaders in ASEAN and Australia. This year’s AAYLF will uncover challenges and solutions to Future Cities 2050 in the ASEAN-Australia region. Register here by 16 April.
• Inside Indonesia is looking for a reliable volunteer to help with uploading a few articles to the website every couple of weeks. Please send your interest to [email protected]
• The Victorian Government and Trade Investment office in Jakarta is hiring for a Strategic Advisor to Southeast Asia. Read more and apply here by 17 April.
• The John Legge Prize is one of seven prize/grant schemes offered by the Asian Studies Association of Australia. This prize recognizes cutting edge research performed by postgraduates across our broad field of research. Applications for the 2023 John Legge Prize for the Best Thesis in Asian Studies in 2022 are now open until Friday 28 April.
• Find out if you are eligible to receive a New Colombo Plan Mobility Grant here.
• Kolaborasi Pengetahuan dan Inovasi Australia Indonesia (KONEKSI) is calling for expressions of interest for the Australia-Indonesia Research Collaboration Grants 2023. Apply here.
• Asia Education Foundation is looking for students to participate in a 3-week virtual Indonesian Language learning program for 44 x Year 9 students in Victorian schools. Express your interest here.
• The Australian Awards Scholarship applications are now open. Apply here by 1 May.
• Indonesia Australia Language Foundation (IALF) is looking for AEF Program Manager to provide support on its international programs. More info here.
• The Jakarta Bintangs is an Australian Football Club with membership open to women, men and children of all nationalities, ages and ability. Beginners are most welcome. The club organizes games throughout the year. Most games are played in Jakarta, with occasional games across Indonesia and overseas. Tours are planned to Bali, Batam, Vietnam and Thailand this year. Trainings are held mostly held at Lapangan Bola Aldiron in Jakarta on Saturday or Sunday afternoons. On occasion, trainings are also held Thursday nights in the GBK complex.To keep up to date with training schedule follow them on Instagram @jakartabintangs, or contact Han on 081119337855. For more information click here.
• Would you like to travel, intern and make lifelong friends in Indonesia for free? Value Learning is sending out an Expression of Interest for the Australian Indonesia Youth Exchange Program. Register here.
• USYD is looking for a Communications and Events officer responsible for producing all communications and marketing material in consultation with the Director and Deputy Director, managing our social media presence and website, coordinating, and promoting all events and activities, and liaising with other professional service units as required to fulfil these tasks. Apply here.
• Mosaic Connections is looking for a Communications Manager to lead with planning and developing social media campaigns. Apply here.
• The Australia-Indonesia BRIDGE School Partnerships Program will establish 10 new school partnerships between Australian and Indonesian schools. This will include 10 Australian schools and 10 schools from across Indonesia, including schools, madrasahs and pesantren from primary (SD/MI) and secondary levels (SMP/MTs, SMA/MA/SMK). Find the application form for Indonesian schools/madrasahs here and the form for Australian schools here.
• The Australia Awards Scholarships are prestigious international awards offered by the Australian Government to the next generation of global leaders to obtain a Masters or PhD from an Australian tertiary institution. The Scholarships have been an important component of the Australian Government’s aid program in Indonesia since 1953. Through study, research and networking, scholarship recipients develop the skills and knowledge to drive change and help build enduring people-to-people links with Australia. Applications for these scholarships are open now until the 1st of May.
• Register now to take part in the 17th Indonesian Film Festival Short Film Competition. The theme for the Competition is “Magnum Opus”.
• The Australia-Indonesia Centre is launching its online Talent Accelerator Program (TAP), aimed at increasing the impact and leadership of early career researchers across Indonesia and Australia. Apply here.
• Do you have a great Indonesia-Australia business development idea that needs connecting and support? Submit your ideas to Katalis through its business portal here. Proposals can be submitted all year, and will be subject to approval from the governments of Indonesia and Australia.
• Bukalapak, an Indonesian-based tech unicorn with over 100 million users, 2 thousand plus employees, and a brand new office opening right here in Melbourne! They are looking for multiple positions in Jakarta, Sydney and Melbourne. Apply 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. 
• DT Global (KIAT) is opening various employment opportunities and current tenders. Find out more 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.
• Australian Volunteers is temporarily suspending overseas placements but are continuing to support partner organisations through remote volunteering. If you’re interested in volunteering in-country then check-out a range of opportunities here.
• 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 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.
• Inside Indonesia publishes original pieces on a wide range of political, social, environmental, and cultural issues in Indonesia. They accept articles from people who have an interest in Indonesia. To find out how to contribute, click here.
• Career Insights: Graduate Programs in International Affairs In this article, YAIA has pulled together a curated list of graduate programs with an international focus, across federal Government departments and agencies, state and territory governments, and the private sector, that are available to apply for in 2023. Find out more here.

Like what we do? Want to join or support your local chapter to contribute to our exciting activities? Sign up as an AIYA member today!

Indonesia plans to become a maritime powerhouse, an idea that is certain to demand a highly skilled workforce: What are the ramifications for education and training?

In the News

• A newly released study by a consortium of leading Australian and Indonesian universities suggests nursing collaboration between the two regional neighbours could be the key to strengthening health professional standards and global competitiveness in Indonesia’s health sector. Download the study report here. (IA-CEPA ECP Katalis)
• Inclusive COVID-19 vaccinations were conducted for vulnerable communities in 231 villages in Central Java under the Australia-Indonesia Health Security Partnership (AIHSP). Nationwide, the collaborative work by AIHSP along with Save the Children, Migrant Care, and local governments has been carried out by 23 districts and cities in five provinces in Indonesia. (AntaraNews)
• FIFA has officially removed Indonesia as host of the 2023 U-20 World Cup following a surge of resistance against the participation of the Israeli national team, despite a last-ditch attempt to lobby the world soccer governing body by Erick Thohir, the chief of the Soccer Association of Indonesia (PSSI). (The Jakarta Post)
• Indonesia has signed a number of free trade agreements as an independent market as well as a member of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). These trade agreements provide Indonesian consumers and businesses with improved market access for goods and services, new technologies, and investment opportunities. (ASEAN Briefing)

Tune In

• Perdana Menteri Anthony Albanese telah mengumumkan kata-kata untuk referendum yang dijanjikan tentang Suara Pribumi ke Parlemen. Ini akan menjadi referendum pertama Australia sejak 1999 – dan yang pertama siapa pun yang berusia di bawah 42 tahun akan memilih. Jadi apa itu referendum dan bagaimana cara kerjanya di Australia? Dengerkan selebihnya di sini. (SBS Indonesia)

Events

• AIYA Indigenous Engagement Events! The Kumpul Committee was established to connect with and celebrate the Indigenous cultures of both Australia and Indonesia.
  • Interested in joining our First Nations Book Club? Join the WA group here and/or the FB group here to keep up to date.
• JOIN AIYA ON DISCORD! AIYA would like to cordially invite you to join our Discord, an online group-chatting platform. We will be using Discord a digital hub for AIYA activities including:
  • Games nights – AIYA will be hosting casual and impromptu gatherings on Discord
  • Ngobrol Santai – any AIYA member will be able to join and chat with other members whenever you want.
• JOIN AIYA FLEX – our online language exchange now moved to Zoom! It is open to anyone with any level of Indonesian and English, and held monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 1pm WIB/4pm AEST. Starting on 4 September, join FLEX here (a recurring link).
• 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. In-person language exchange is on:
  • ACT: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Marie Reay Building, ANU. Follow @aiya_act on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • NSW: Every Thursday, 6:30pm, alternating between in-person and online on Zoom. Follow @aiya_nsw on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • VIC: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Gallery Room, Multicultural Hub, 506 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000. Follow @aiya_victoria on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • YOGYA: Biweekly on Mondays, 7pm, Lokio Cafe. Follow @aiya.yogyakarta for more info.
• AIYA Jakarta x AIYA Sulawesi Selatan will host an information session on “Australia Awards Scholarship: A Comprehensive Guide” on 9 April at 1pm WIB / 2pm WITA. Join here.
• Asialink is hosting a webinar “What to Expect from Indonesia as ASEAN Chair”, including Indonesian Ambassador to Australia” on 6 April at 3pm AEST. Register here.
• AIYA NSW is hosting a hybrid seminar on “How to Build a Startup – Panel & Networking”. The event will be held on 27 April at 5.30pm AEDT. In-person event will be at  Sydney Knowledge Hub, Merewether Building, The University of Sydney.
• AIBC NSW is hosting a networking event with The Australian Ambassador to the Republic of Indonesia Her Excellency Ms Penny Williams PSM at Austrade in Sydney on 3 April at 5:30pm. Register here.
• ANU is hosting a seminar on “Mayor selection in clientelistic environments: Causal service delivery effects” on 11 April at 2pm hybrid. Register here.

Opportunities

• AIYA Victoria is looking for more committee members for their 2023 committee. Apply and find more info here.
• The ASEAN-Australia Young Leaders Forum (AAYLF) is a four-day in person intensive in Kuala Lumpur which aims to cultivate the next generation of leaders in ASEAN and Australia. This year’s AAYLF will uncover challenges and solutions to Future Cities 2050 in the ASEAN-Australia region. Register here by 16 April.
• Inside Indonesia is looking for a reliable volunteer to help with uploading a few articles to the website every couple of weeks. Please send your interest to [email protected]
• Darmasiswa, a scholarship program from the Indonesian Ministry of Education and Culture is receiving applications from foreign nationals aged 18-27. See the requirements here. Apply by 7 April.
• The 2023 Australian Alumni Awards is the most distinguished honours given to alumni who have demonstrated achievements at a local, national or international level. As part of the 70th Anniversary of Australian Scholarships in Indonesia, we invite nominees and nominators to submit your nominees to celebrate and honour Indonesian alumni who have made outstanding contributions to their profession, community and country through exemplary leadership, integrity, and hard work. Applications close 9 April.
• Kolaborasi Pengetahuan dan Inovasi Australia Indonesia (KONEKSI) is calling for expressions of interest for the Australia-Indonesia Research Collaboration Grants 2023. Apply here.
• Asia Education Foundation is looking for students to participate in a 3-week virtual Indonesian Language learning program for 44 x Year 9 students in Victorian schools. Express your interest here.
• The John Legge Prize is one of seven prize/grant schemes offered by the Asian Studies Association of Australia. This prize recognizes cutting edge research performed by postgraduates across our broad field of research. Applications for the 2023 John Legge Prize for the Best Thesis in Asian Studies in 2022 are now open until Friday 28 April.
• Kolaborasi Pengetahuan dan Inovasi Australia Indonesia (KONEKSI) is calling for expressions of interest for the Australia-Indonesia Research Collaboration Grants 2023. Apply here.
• Indonesia Australia Language Foundation (IALF) is looking for AEF Program Manager to provide support on its international programs. More info here.
• Asia Education Foundation is looking for students to participate in a 3-week virtual Indonesian Language learning program for 44 x Year 9 students in Victorian schools. Express your interest here.
• The Australian Awards Scholarship applications are now open. Apply here.
• The Jakarta Bintangs is an Australian Football Club with membership open to women, men and children of all nationalities, ages and ability. Beginners are most welcome. The club organizes games throughout the year. Most games are played in Jakarta, with occasional games across Indonesia and overseas. Tours are planned to Bali, Batam, Vietnam and Thailand this year. Trainings are held mostly held at Lapangan Bola Aldiron in Jakarta on Saturday or Sunday afternoons. On occasion, trainings are also held Thursday nights in the GBK complex.To keep up to date with training schedule follow them on Instagram @jakartabintangs, or contact Han on 081119337855. For more information click here.
• Would you like to travel, intern and make lifelong friends in Indonesia for free? Value Learning is sending out an Expression of Interest for the Australian Indonesia Youth Exchange Program. Register here.
• USYD is looking for a Communications and Events officer responsible for producing all communications and marketing material in consultation with the Director and Deputy Director, managing our social media presence and website, coordinating, and promoting all events and activities, and liaising with other professional service units as required to fulfil these tasks. Apply here.
• Mosaic Connections is looking for a Communications Manager to lead with planning and developing social media campaigns. Apply here.
• The Australia-Indonesia BRIDGE School Partnerships Program will establish 10 new school partnerships between Australian and Indonesian schools. This will include 10 Australian schools and 10 schools from across Indonesia, including schools, madrasahs and pesantren from primary (SD/MI) and secondary levels (SMP/MTs, SMA/MA/SMK). Find the application form for Indonesian schools/madrasahs here and the form for Australian schools here.
• The Australia Awards Scholarships are prestigious international awards offered by the Australian Government to the next generation of global leaders to obtain a Masters or PhD from an Australian tertiary institution. The Scholarships have been an important component of the Australian Government’s aid program in Indonesia since 1953. Through study, research and networking, scholarship recipients develop the skills and knowledge to drive change and help build enduring people-to-people links with Australia. Applications for these scholarships are open now until the 1st of May.
• Register now to take part in the 17th Indonesian Film Festival Short Film Competition. The theme for the Competition is “Magnum Opus”.
• The Australia-Indonesia Centre is launching its online Talent Accelerator Program (TAP), aimed at increasing the impact and leadership of early career researchers across Indonesia and Australia. Apply here.
• Do you have a great Indonesia-Australia business development idea that needs connecting and support? Submit your ideas to Katalis through its business portal here. Proposals can be submitted all year, and will be subject to approval from the governments of Indonesia and Australia.
• Bukalapak, an Indonesian-based tech unicorn with over 100 million users, 2 thousand plus employees, and a brand new office opening right here in Melbourne! They are looking for multiple positions in Jakarta, Sydney and Melbourne. Apply 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. 
• DT Global (KIAT) is opening various employment opportunities and current tenders. Find out more 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.
• Australian Volunteers is temporarily suspending overseas placements but are continuing to support partner organisations through remote volunteering. If you’re interested in volunteering in-country then check-out a range of opportunities here.
• 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 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.
• Inside Indonesia publishes original pieces on a wide range of political, social, environmental, and cultural issues in Indonesia. They accept articles from people who have an interest in Indonesia. To find out how to contribute, click here.
• Career Insights: Graduate Programs in International Affairs In this article, YAIA has pulled together a curated list of graduate programs with an international focus, across federal Government departments and agencies, state and territory governments, and the private sector, that are available to apply for in 2023. Find out more here.

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A strong middle class is the backbone of Indonesia’s economy. The Indonesian Finance Minister, Sri Mulyani Indrawati, believes that Indonesia’s economy will continue to recover and be safe from recession in 2023. Indonesia’s robust performance indicates that economic policy responses to the COVID-19 pandemic were successful. Middle class consumption has supported Indonesia’s economy for a long time, including during the pandemic.

In the News

• For decades, motives for learning Indonesian has been limited to compulsory, if not a narrative of economic opportunity. However, declining enrolments forces us to review Indonesian learning in a different light – should we be looking beyond ‘Asian’ language skills, and learning for a more just and equitable society? (Melbourne Asia Review)
• Indonesian visa applicants are placed in a higher risk category than smaller ASEAN economies (for example Malaysia and Singapore). This higher threshold will have long term, serious negative repercussions for Australia: we will not be able to maximise the intent of the IA-CEPA, build trust levels between our two countries, or drive social, political, economic and education ties. In light of this, the Indonesia Institute has called for visa reform to manage Indonesian applicants. (Indonesia Institute)
• Indonesia’s digital banking sector needs coordinated support and data integration. Neo-banks should focus on their attempts to establish low-cost sources of funding. They should engage with small and medium enterprises and improve their features to retain customers, because digital banking has the potential to propel Indonesia’s economy into the future and unlock its full potential. (East Asia Forum)
• Indonesia’s parliament has passed an emergency regulation on jobs and investment, replacing a wide-ranging October 2020 law that was struck down by the Constitutional Court. The regulation, which intends to make Indonesia a more attractive destination for foreign investment, has been staunchly opposed by unions and environmental groups. (The Diplomat)

Tune In

• Is your name listed as a voter in the 2024 Indonesian election? How to make sure of it? Chairperson of the Panitia Pemilihan Luar Negeri (PPLN) Sydney, Julie Umboh, spoke to SBS Indonesian on how far the election preparation process has progressed in the jurisdiction of Sydney’s Indonesian Consulate General office that includes NSW, South Australia and Queensland. Listen here.
• In late February, Joko Widodo’s official social media feed showed him conducting the affairs of state from a small hut set amongst a forest of trees. This was his second overnight stay on the site of the future Presidential Palace in the yet to be built new capital city (Ibu Kota Negara, IKN). Since announcing the move from Jakarta to East Kalimantan in 2019, this has become a pet project for the second term president, which many interpret to be his final legacy before he steps away from the top job in 2024. Dr Jemma Purdey chats to Associate Professor Eka Permanasari, Associate Professor in the field of urban design, architecture and Southeast Asian Studies at Monash Indonesia. Listen here.

Events

• AIYA Indigenous Engagement Events! The Kumpul Committee was established to connect with and celebrate the Indigenous cultures of both Australia and Indonesia.
  • Interested in joining our First Nations Book Club? Join the WA group here and/or the FB group here to keep up to date.
• JOIN AIYA ON DISCORD! AIYA would like to cordially invite you to join our Discord, an online group-chatting platform. We will be using Discord a digital hub for AIYA activities including:
  • Games nights – AIYA will be hosting casual and impromptu gatherings on Discord
  • Ngobrol Santai – any AIYA member will be able to join and chat with other members whenever you want.
• JOIN AIYA FLEX – our online language exchange now moved to Zoom! It is open to anyone with any level of Indonesian and English, and held monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 1pm WIB/4pm AEST. Starting on 4 September, join FLEX here (a recurring link).
• 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. In-person language exchange is on:
  • ACT: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Marie Reay Building, ANU. Follow @aiya_act on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • NSW: Every Thursday, 6:30pm, alternating between in-person and online on Zoom. Follow @aiya_nsw on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • VIC: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Gallery Room, Multicultural Hub, 506 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000. Follow @aiya_victoria on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • YOGYA: Biweekly on Mondays, 7pm, Lokio Cafe. Follow @aiya.yogyakarta for more info.
• Monash University is hosting a seminar about ‘The Indonesian Dream of Studying Abroad: Understanding its Implications for Subjectivity, Political Futures, and the Analysis of Intellectual Exchange’ at the Monash Clayton Campus and on Zoom at 12pm on 31 March. Click here for more information and to register.
• AIBC NSW is hosting a networking event with The Australian Ambassador to the Republic of Indonesia Her Excellency Ms Penny Williams PSM at Austrade in Sydney on 3 April at 5:30pm. Register here.

Opportunities

• AIYA Victoria is looking for more committee members for their 2023 committee. Apply and find more info here.
• The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade and the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) invites applications for the 2023 John Doherty Asia-Pacific Media Internship program. The program is open for nominations for television, radio or digital media journalists, and applications close 27 March.
• Inside Indonesia is looking for a reliable volunteer to help with uploading a few articles to the website every couple of weeks. Please send your interest to [email protected]
• Find out if you are eligible to receive a New Colombo Plan Mobility Grant here.
• CAUSINDY is back and looking for delegates to travel to Yogyakarta on 24-27 May for the conference. Apply here by 28 March.
• DT Global is looking for an Office Coordinator, based in Aceh, who can be responsible for day-to-day provincial office management, including maintaining excellent working relationships with relevant stakeholders, administrative and logistical services, small-scale procurement and supporting financial administration. Apply here by 28 March.
• DT Global is looking for a GEDSI Lead will be responsible for developing and delivering PROAKTIF’s GEDSI Strategy and ensuring that GEDSI principles are well integrated into all stages of program planning and implementation. Apply here by 28 March
• Arkblu Capital is a multi-asset private investment firm primarily focused on the venture capital asset class in Indonesia. They are currently recruiting for an Executive Assistant to support a driven and high performing leadership team in the execution of business projects and strategy on a day-to-day basis. Read more on how to apply here by 31 March.
• The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade is looking for a Senior Program Manager who will be required to undertake work that is complex in nature and to work under limited direction, with the opportunity for reasonable autonomy and accountability. Apply here by 31 March.
• International Internships is looking for university students wanting to intern in Indonesia. Apply here by 2 April.
• Kolaborasi Pengetahuan dan Inovasi Australia Indonesia (KONEKSI) is calling for expressions of interest for the Australia-Indonesia Research Collaboration Grants 2023. Apply here.
• Asia Education Foundation is looking for students to participate in a 3-week virtual Indonesian Language learning program for 44 x Year 9 students in Victorian schools. Express your interest here.
• Darmasiswa, a scholarship program from the Indonesian Ministry of Education and Culture is receiving applications from foreign nationals aged 18-27. See the requirements here. Apply by 7 April.
• The 2023 Australian Alumni Awards is the most distinguished honours given to alumni who have demonstrated achievements at a local, national or international level. As part of the 70th Anniversary of Australian Scholarships in Indonesia, we invite nominees and nominators to submit your nominees to celebrate and honour Indonesian alumni who have made outstanding contributions to their profession, community and country through exemplary leadership, integrity, and hard work. Applications close 9 April.
• Indonesia Australia Language Foundation (IALF) is looking for AEF Program Manager to provide support on its international programs. More info here.
• The Australian Awards Scholarship applications are now open. Apply here.
• The Jakarta Bintangs is an Australian Football Club with membership open to women, men and children of all nationalities, ages and ability. Beginners are most welcome. The club organizes games throughout the year. Most games are played in Jakarta, with occasional games across Indonesia and overseas. Tours are planned to Bali, Batam, Vietnam and Thailand this year. Trainings are held mostly held at Lapangan Bola Aldiron in Jakarta on Saturday or Sunday afternoons. On occasion, trainings are also held Thursday nights in the GBK complex.To keep up to date with training schedule follow them on Instagram @jakartabintangs, or contact Han on 081119337855. For more information click here.
• Would you like to travel, intern and make lifelong friends in Indonesia for free? Value Learning is sending out an Expression of Interest for the Australian Indonesia Youth Exchange Program. Register here.
• USYD is looking for a Communications and Events officer responsible for producing all communications and marketing material in consultation with the Director and Deputy Director, managing our social media presence and website, coordinating, and promoting all events and activities, and liaising with other professional service units as required to fulfil these tasks. Apply here.
• Mosaic Connections is looking for a Communications Manager to lead with planning and developing social media campaigns. Apply here.
• The Australia-Indonesia BRIDGE School Partnerships Program will establish 10 new school partnerships between Australian and Indonesian schools. This will include 10 Australian schools and 10 schools from across Indonesia, including schools, madrasahs and pesantren from primary (SD/MI) and secondary levels (SMP/MTs, SMA/MA/SMK). Find the application form for Indonesian schools/madrasahs here and the form for Australian schools here.
• The John Legge Prize is one of seven prize/grant schemes offered by the Asian Studies Association of Australia. This prize recognizes cutting edge research performed by postgraduates across our broad field of research. Applications for the 2023 John Legge Prize for the Best Thesis in Asian Studies in 2022 are now open until Friday 28 April.
• The Australia Awards Scholarships are prestigious international awards offered by the Australian Government to the next generation of global leaders to obtain a Masters or PhD from an Australian tertiary institution. The Scholarships have been an important component of the Australian Government’s aid program in Indonesia since 1953. Through study, research and networking, scholarship recipients develop the skills and knowledge to drive change and help build enduring people-to-people links with Australia. Applications for these scholarships are open now until the 1st of May.
• Register now to take part in the 17th Indonesian Film Festival Short Film Competition. The theme for the Competition is “Magnum Opus”.
• The Australia-Indonesia Centre is launching its online Talent Accelerator Program (TAP), aimed at increasing the impact and leadership of early career researchers across Indonesia and Australia. Apply here.
• Do you have a great Indonesia-Australia business development idea that needs connecting and support? Submit your ideas to Katalis through its business portal here. Proposals can be submitted all year, and will be subject to approval from the governments of Indonesia and Australia.
• Bukalapak, an Indonesian-based tech unicorn with over 100 million users, 2 thousand plus employees, and a brand new office opening right here in Melbourne! They are looking for multiple positions in Jakarta, Sydney and Melbourne. Apply 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. 
• DT Global (KIAT) is opening various employment opportunities and current tenders. Find out more 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.
• Australian Volunteers is temporarily suspending overseas placements but are continuing to support partner organisations through remote volunteering. If you’re interested in volunteering in-country then check-out a range of opportunities here.
• 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 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.
• Inside Indonesia publishes original pieces on a wide range of political, social, environmental, and cultural issues in Indonesia. They accept articles from people who have an interest in Indonesia. To find out how to contribute, click here.
• Career Insights: Graduate Programs in International Affairs In this article, YAIA has pulled together a curated list of graduate programs with an international focus, across federal Government departments and agencies, state and territory governments, and the private sector, that are available to apply for in 2023. Find out more here.

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Direktur Pembinaan Program Migas Direktorat Jenderal Minyak dan Gas Bumi Kementerian ESDM, Mustafid Gunawan  menyampaikan bahwa kolaborasi ini akan menjadi dasar hubungan kerjasama antara Indonesia-Australia serta mendorong dan mempromosikan kerjasama bilateral di bidang energi bersih dan terbarukan di Indonesia.

In the News

• Indonesian student numbers in Australia have been in freefall for decades. Scholars, teachers and education leaders have sought to solve this problem and their quest has garnered dramatic labels such as ‘holy grail’, ‘missing link’ and ‘perfect storm’. (Melbourne Asia Review)
• Menteri Koordinator Bidang Politik, Hukum dan Keamanan (Menko Polhukam) Mahfud MD bertemu dengan para diaspora Indonesia di Melbourne, Australia. (Republika)
• Usai Kongres FIFA ke-73, Ketua Umum (Ketum) PSSI, Erick Thohir bertemu dengan Presiden Federasi Sepakbola Australia (FFA), Chris Nikou. (Oke Bola)
• Direktur Pembinaan Program Migas Kementerian ESDM Mustafid Gunawan mengatakan ini merupakan indak lanjut Letter of Intent (LoI) The Establishment of Energy Dialogue yang ditekan bersama Department of Climate Change, Energy, The Environment Water (DCCEEW) Australia. (Katadata)
• A one-million-dollar grant to boost Indonesia’s exotic animal disease testing capability will help protect Australia from diseases like lumpy skin disease (LSD) and foot and mouth disease. (Mirage News)

Tune In

In late February, Joko Widodo’s official social media feed showed him conducting the affairs of state from a small hut set amongst a forest of trees. This was his second overnight stay on the site of the future Presidential Palace in the yet to be built new capital city (Ibu Kota Negara, IKN). Since announcing the move from Jakarta to East Kalimantan in 2019, this has become a pet project for the second term president, which many interpret to be his final legacy before he steps away from the top job in 2024. Dr Jemma Purdey chats to Associate Professor Eka Permanasari, Associate Professor in the field of urban design, architecture and Southeast Asian Studies at Monash Indonesia. Listen here.

Events

• AIYA Indigenous Engagement Events! The Kumpul Committee was established to connect with and celebrate the Indigenous cultures of both Australia and Indonesia.
  • Interested in joining our First Nations Book Club? Join the WA group here and/or the FB group here to keep up to date.
• JOIN AIYA ON DISCORD! AIYA would like to cordially invite you to join our Discord, an online group-chatting platform. We will be using Discord a digital hub for AIYA activities including:
  • Games nights – AIYA will be hosting casual and impromptu gatherings on Discord
  • Ngobrol Santai – any AIYA member will be able to join and chat with other members whenever you want.
• JOIN AIYA FLEX – our online language exchange now moved to Zoom! It is open to anyone with any level of Indonesian and English, and held monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 1pm WIB/4pm AEST. Starting on 4 September, join FLEX here (a recurring link).
• 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. In-person language exchange is on:
  • ACT: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Marie Reay Building, ANU. Follow @aiya_act on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • NSW: Every Thursday, 6:30pm, alternating between in-person and online on Zoom. Follow @aiya_nsw on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • VIC: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Gallery Room, Multicultural Hub, 506 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000. Follow @aiya_victoria on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • YOGYA: Biweekly on Mondays, 7pm, Lokio Cafe. Follow @aiya.yogyakarta for more info.
• Australian National University will host a webinar on ‘Linking economic nationalism with global value chain: Indonesia’s nickel sector industrial policies’ on 22 March at 12:30 AEDT. Register here.
• University of New England is hosting “Nongkrong Yuk!”, a chill, weekly online Indonesian conversation gathering where speakers/learners of all levels are welcome. The 2nd episode of this event will be held on 22 March, 14.00-15.00 AEDT/10.00-11.00 WIB. Dyo Pamungkash will lead the conversation. If interested, please contact Jane pr Indra via email for the Zoom link: [email protected] (Jane), [email protected] (Indra).
• AIBC NSW is hosting a networking event with The Australian Ambassador to the Republic of Indonesia Her Excellency Ms Penny Williams PSM at Austrade in Sydney on 3 April at 5:30pm. Register here.
• AIY ACT and AIBC ACT are hosting a networking event at the Duxton on 23 March at 6pm. Register here.
• Monash University is hosting a seminar about ‘The Indonesian Dream of Studying Abroad: Understanding its Implications for Subjectivity, Political Futures, and the Analysis of Intellectual Exchange’ at the Monash Clayton Campus and on Zoom at 12pm on 31 March. Click here for more information and to register.

Opportunities

• AIYA National is looking for a Kumpul Committee Officer to join our team. Further information on @aiya_national and apply here by 23 March.
• AIYA Victoria is looking for more committee members for their 2023 committee. Apply and find more info here.
• Find out if you are eligible to receive a New Colombo Plan Mobility Grant here.
• DT Global is looking for an Administration Support Officer (ASO) to assist Prospera Management Support Team (MST) in ensuring various operation outputs are delivered professionally, more effectively and in a timely fashion. Apply here by 23 March.
• CAUSINDY is back and looking for delegates to travel to Yogyakarta on 24-27 May for the conference. Apply here by 28 March.
• DT Global is looking for an Office Coordinator, based in Aceh, who can be responsible for day-to-day provincial office management, including maintaining excellent working relationships with relevant stakeholders, administrative and logistical services, small-scale procurement and supporting financial administration. Apply here by 28 March.
• DT Global is looking for a GEDSI Lead will be responsible for developing and delivering PROAKTIF’s GEDSI Strategy and ensuring that GEDSI principles are well integrated into all stages of program planning and implementation. Apply here by 28 March
• Arkblu Capital is a multi-asset private investment firm primarily focused on the venture capital asset class in Indonesia. They are currently recruiting for an Executive Assistant to support a driven and high performing leadership team in the execution of business projects and strategy on a day-to-day basis. Read more on how to apply here by 31 March.
• The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade is looking for a Senior Program Manager who will be required to undertake work that is complex in nature and to work under limited direction, with the opportunity for reasonable autonomy and accountability. Apply here by 31 March.
• International Internships is looking for university students wanting to intern in Indonesia. Apply here by 2 April.
• Kolaborasi Pengetahuan dan Inovasi Australia Indonesia (KONEKSI) is calling for expressions of interest for the Australia-Indonesia Research Collaboration Grants 2023. Apply here.
• Asia Education Foundation is looking for students to participate in a 3-week virtual Indonesian Language learning program for 44 x Year 9 students in Victorian schools. Express your interest here.
• Darmasiswa, a scholarship program from the Indonesian Ministry of Education and Culture is receiving applications from foreign nationals aged 18-27. See the requirements here. Apply by 7 April.
• Indonesia Australia Language Foundation (IALF) is looking for AEF Program Manager to provide support on its international programs. More info here.
• The Australian Awards Scholarship applications are now open. Apply here.
• The Jakarta Bintangs is an Australian Football Club with membership open to women, men and children of all nationalities, ages and ability. Beginners are most welcome. The club organizes games throughout the year. Most games are played in Jakarta, with occasional games across Indonesia and overseas. Tours are planned to Bali, Batam, Vietnam and Thailand this year. Trainings are held mostly held at Lapangan Bola Aldiron in Jakarta on Saturday or Sunday afternoons. On occasion, trainings are also held Thursday nights in the GBK complex.To keep up to date with training schedule follow them on Instagram @jakartabintangs, or contact Han on 081119337855. For more information click here.
• Would you like to travel, intern and make lifelong friends in Indonesia for free? Value Learning is sending out an Expression of Interest for the Australian Indonesia Youth Exchange Program. Register here.
• USYD is looking for a Communications and Events officer responsible for producing all communications and marketing material in consultation with the Director and Deputy Director, managing our social media presence and website, coordinating, and promoting all events and activities, and liaising with other professional service units as required to fulfil these tasks. Apply here.
• Mosaic Connections is looking for a Communications Manager to lead with planning and developing social media campaigns. Apply here.
• The Australia-Indonesia BRIDGE School Partnerships Program will establish 10 new school partnerships between Australian and Indonesian schools. This will include 10 Australian schools and 10 schools from across Indonesia, including schools, madrasahs and pesantren from primary (SD/MI) and secondary levels (SMP/MTs, SMA/MA/SMK). Find the application form for Indonesian schools/madrasahs here and the form for Australian schools here.
• The Australia Awards Scholarships are prestigious international awards offered by the Australian Government to the next generation of global leaders to obtain a Masters or PhD from an Australian tertiary institution. The Scholarships have been an important component of the Australian Government’s aid program in Indonesia since 1953. Through study, research and networking, scholarship recipients develop the skills and knowledge to drive change and help build enduring people-to-people links with Australia. Applications for these scholarships are open now until the 1st of May.
• Register now to take part in the 17th Indonesian Film Festival Short Film Competition. The theme for the Competition is “Magnum Opus”.
• The Australia-Indonesia Centre is launching its online Talent Accelerator Program (TAP), aimed at increasing the impact and leadership of early career researchers across Indonesia and Australia. Apply here.
• Do you have a great Indonesia-Australia business development idea that needs connecting and support? Submit your ideas to Katalis through its business portal here. Proposals can be submitted all year, and will be subject to approval from the governments of Indonesia and Australia.
• Bukalapak, an Indonesian-based tech unicorn with over 100 million users, 2 thousand plus employees, and a brand new office opening right here in Melbourne! They are looking for multiple positions in Jakarta, Sydney and Melbourne. Apply 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. 
• DT Global (KIAT) is opening various employment opportunities and current tenders. Find out more 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.
• Australian Volunteers is temporarily suspending overseas placements but are continuing to support partner organisations through remote volunteering. If you’re interested in volunteering in-country then check-out a range of opportunities here.
• 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 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.
• Inside Indonesia publishes original pieces on a wide range of political, social, environmental, and cultural issues in Indonesia. They accept articles from people who have an interest in Indonesia. To find out how to contribute, click here.
• Career Insights: Graduate Programs in International Affairs In this article, YAIA has pulled together a curated list of graduate programs with an international focus, across federal Government departments and agencies, state and territory governments, and the private sector, that are available to apply for in 2023. Find out more here.

Like what we do? Want to join or support your local chapter to contribute to our exciting activities? Sign up as an AIYA member today!