In a society with so many distinct ethnic groups, a variety of diverse traditions and ways of life need to be recognized, celebrated, and represented; this is a task that Indonesia has yet to accomplish.

In the News

• Gempa bumi bermagnitudo 5,0 (parameter update 4,7) mengguncang wilayah Cigudeg, Kabupaten Bogor. Getaran gempa terjadi pada Minggu (15/1/2023) pukul 03.32 WIB. (PMJNEWS)
• Tiga lulusan universitas ternama di Australia memberi bimbingan Kompetensi Mahasiswa STKIP Muhammadiyah Aceh Barat Daya. (Serambinews)
• Momentum kehadiran sejumlah mahasiswa James Cook University Australia yang tengah melakukan field trip atau studi lapangan, dimanfaatkan oleh Pemerintah Kabupaten Kuningan untuk explore wisata. (KabarCirebon.com)
• Thousands of workers rallied in Indonesia’s capital on Saturday (January 14), urging parliament to reject a presidential decree that critics say would erode employees’ rights and environmental protections. (The Advertiser)

On the Blog

As summer arrives and the Australian borders have long been opened for travel, now is a great time to plan your trip to enjoy the nation’s beaches, cities, natural sites and historical landmarks. To help you prepare for your future adventure, here are some important smartphone apps that you can download that will make your journey a lot more convenient and enjoyable. Read more.

Tune In

• The year 2023 is the year of the Albanian government’s commitment to hold a referendum on the Indigenous Voice to Parliament. 20 years ago, the former Howard government finally decided not to do so. The Howard Government considered the council’s recommendations in 2002, rejecting outright three of them. (SBS Indonesian)

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 Wednesday, 6pm, 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.

Opportunities

• AIYA Victoria is looking for more committee members for their 2023 committee. Apply and find 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.
• Center for Indonesian Policy Studies is looking for policy researchers for a 6-month program where you will learn the skills necessary to work at a think tank and grow your expertise in Indonesian policymaking. Apply here by 13 Jan.
• DT Global is looking for a Governance Coordinator who will be responsible for coordination with GoI partners on all matters pertaining to overall program governance such as secretariat support for the working group and steering committee members. Apply here by 17 Jan.
• IA-CEPA ECP Katalis is seeking a Short Term Adviser Copywriter/Editor to support various communications-related writing assignments in English, and report to the Katalis Communications Adviser. Apply by 17 Jan here.
• The Australian Government Department of Education is looking for a Senior Policy Officer assists the Counsellor and Deputy Director in providing analysis and input to whole-of-government policy development in education, training and research. Apply here by 22 Jan.
• The Australian Government Trade and Investment Commission is looking for a Business Development Manager to provide services to Australian businesses looking to win business or expand to Indonesia. Apply here by 24 Jan.
• IA-CEPA ECP Katalis is seeking a Lead Trade and Gender Equality, Disability and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) Adviser to lead the integration and mainstreaming of GEDSI across all Katalis activities and strengthen GEDSI through bilateral trade and investment opportunities. Apply by 30 Jan here. 
• Prospera is looking for a Senior Project Officer (People & Culture) who will oversee the entire range of people and culture activities including workforce planning, employment relations and performance management. Apply here by 31 Jan.
• Mosaic Connections is looking for a Communications Manager to lead ead with planning and developing social media campaigns. Apply here.
• 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.
• The University of Sydney is looking for candidates for a domestic funded PhD scholarship that includes a small budget for field-work to look at coverage and equity in the South East Asia Region including Indonesia. The candidate will have the option to explore interests in migrant border, gender issues and identifying pro-equity strategies to reach under-served populations. Ideally the candidate will start in semester one of 2023, to enable alignment with other projects. There is flexibility in shaping the project to their interest. Please contact A/Professor Meru Sheel ([email protected]) for further information.
• ACICIS is looking for campaign volunteers to be part of a national initiative –  aimed at shifting Australia’s monolingual mindset and promoting the study of languages among Australian university students. 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.
• Piaget Education and Petra Christian University Surabaya are offering scholarships for international teachers of all subjects to join a uniquely designed Master Program of Education Leadership Management, inclusive of stipends and airfares, that will prepare graduates to become competent professionals at educational institutions. Send your CV to [email protected] to submit your interest.
• Lakoat Kujawas is calling for proposals for the art residency program 2021-2022! The community of Taiftob Village, Mollo, NTT is open for collaboration with interdisciplinary artists and food activists. More info here.
• 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!

Ana Nurhasanah Surjanto shared her story engaging with the Australian Football or Aussie Footy. Through her involvement with the sport, Ana also found the relationship between the sport and women empowerment.

In the News

• Bandara Internasional I Gusti Ngurah Rai – Bali melakukan penambahan rute dari ataupun menuju Australia. Hal tersebut terlihat ketika maskapai Batik Air menambah konektivitas Bali dan Australia dengan beroperasinya rute baru yaitu Melbourne–Denpasar–Melbourne, pada Kamis. (BALIPUSPA News)
• The ABC can reveal approval is routinely given for Australian-made lethal technology to be sent to Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Indonesia, but the federal government insists careful consideration has been given to each decision. (ABC News)
• Batik Air mulai melayani penerbangan langsung atau tanpa henti rute Bali ke Sydney dan Melbourne, Australia. Maskapai anak usaha Lion Air Group itu terbang perdana menuju Sydney dan Melbourne melalui Bandar Udara Internasional I Gusti Ngurah Rai, Denpasar, Bali. (Bisnis.com)
• Indonesia is relocating its capital city from Jakarta to a site more than 1,000 kilometres (620 miles) away in the rainforests of Borneo Island. The project is set to launch at the end of President Joko Widodo’s term in 2024. (Kalkine Media)

Tune In

• The year 2023 is the year of the Albanian government’s commitment to hold a referendum on the Indigenous Voice to Parliament. 20 years ago, the former Howard government finally decided not to do so. The Howard Government considered the council’s recommendations in 2002, rejecting outright three of them. (SBS Indonesian)

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 Wednesday, 6pm, 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.

Opportunities

• ACICIS Yogyakarta is looking for student buddies who are currently enrolled at a university in Yogjakarta and have an intermediate level of English proficiency to join the team. Send your CV to [email protected] by 9 Jan. more information here.
• Center for Indonesian Policy Studies is looking for policy researchers for a 6-month program where you will learn the skills necessary to work at a think tank and grow your expertise in Indonesian policymaking. Apply here by 13 Jan.
• IA-CEPA ECP Katalis is seeking a Short Term Adviser Copywriter/Editor to support various communications-related writing assignments in English, and report to the Katalis Communications Adviser. Apply by 17 Jan here.
• IA-CEPA ECP Katalis is seeking a Lead Trade and Gender Equality, Disability and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) Adviser to lead the integration and mainstreaming of GEDSI across all Katalis activities and strengthen GEDSI through bilateral trade and investment opportunities. Apply by 30 Jan here. 
• 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.
• The University of Sydney is looking for candidates for a domestic funded PhD scholarship that includes a small budget for field-work to look at coverage and equity in the South East Asia Region including Indonesia. The candidate will have the option to explore interests in migrant border, gender issues and identifying pro-equity strategies to reach under-served populations. Ideally the candidate will start in semester one of 2023, to enable alignment with other projects. There is flexibility in shaping the project to their interest. Please contact A/Professor Meru Sheel ([email protected]) for further information.
• ACICIS is looking for campaign volunteers to be part of a national initiative –  aimed at shifting Australia’s monolingual mindset and promoting the study of languages among Australian university students. 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.
• Piaget Education and Petra Christian University Surabaya are offering scholarships for international teachers of all subjects to join a uniquely designed Master Program of Education Leadership Management, inclusive of stipends and airfares, that will prepare graduates to become competent professionals at educational institutions. Send your CV to [email protected] to submit your interest.
• Lakoat Kujawas is calling for proposals for the art residency program 2021-2022! The community of Taiftob Village, Mollo, NTT is open for collaboration with interdisciplinary artists and food activists. More info here.
• 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!

In the News

• Countries around the world have been ringing in the New Year, with huge crowds gathering to watch some of the largest celebrations since the pandemic. In Bali, Indonesia, celebrations included a cultural parade with Balinese dancers performing in traditional dress. (ABC News)
• Minority groups in Indonesia fear the country’s new criminal code will have a devastating impact on some of the country’s most vulnerable people. (ABC News)
• Livestock exports out of Darwin have almost halved this year due to price and biosecurity challenges in the cattle market. With ongoing high cattle prices and limited supply, the shape of the trade with Indonesia has changed. (ABC News)
• Keberadaan Muhammadiyah di Sydney, New South Wales selama ini dipandang memiliki andil dan telah memberikan kontribusi positif dalam meningkatkan hubungan bilateral kedua negara, terutama dalam aspek people-to-people connections. (Klikmu)

Tune In

• Duane Hamacher is an astronomer and associate professor at the University of Melbourne who has specific interest in cultural astronomy and indigenous sciences. His new book, ‘The First Astronomers – How indigenous Elders read the stars’, offers a systematic overview of traditional First Nations knowledge of the stars. In this episode, he talks about the history and value of cultural astronomy and ongoing attempts to discredit indigenous science and knowledge. (Talking Australia)

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 Wednesday, 6pm, 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.

Opportunities

• IA-CEPA ECP Katalis is seeking a Short Term Adviser Copywriter/Editor to support various communications-related writing assignments in English, and report to the Katalis Communications Adviser. Apply by 17 Jan here.
• IA-CEPA ECP Katalis is seeking a Lead Trade and Gender Equality, Disability and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) Adviser to lead the integration and mainstreaming of GEDSI across all Katalis activities and strengthen GEDSI through bilateral trade and investment opportunities. Apply by 30 Jan here. 
• 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.
• The University of Sydney is looking for candidates for a domestic funded PhD scholarship that includes a small budget for field-work to look at coverage and equity in the South East Asia Region including Indonesia. The candidate will have the option to explore interests in migrant border, gender issues and identifying pro-equity strategies to reach under-served populations. Ideally the candidate will start in semester one of 2023, to enable alignment with other projects. There is flexibility in shaping the project to their interest. Please contact A/Professor Meru Sheel ([email protected]) for further information.
• ACICIS is looking for campaign volunteers to be part of a national initiative –  aimed at shifting Australia’s monolingual mindset and promoting the study of languages among Australian university students. 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.
• Piaget Education and Petra Christian University Surabaya are offering scholarships for international teachers of all subjects to join a uniquely designed Master Program of Education Leadership Management, inclusive of stipends and airfares, that will prepare graduates to become competent professionals at educational institutions. Send your CV to [email protected] to submit your interest.
• Lakoat Kujawas is calling for proposals for the art residency program 2021-2022! The community of Taiftob Village, Mollo, NTT is open for collaboration with interdisciplinary artists and food activists. More info here.
• 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!

In the News

• The Languages and Cultures Network for Australian Universities (LCNAU)’s National Languages Campaign was born out of a desire to help reverse the decline in language learning by Australian university students. These are reasonably uniform national trends, the reversal of which could benefit from a coordinated national approach. (Asian Studies Association of Australia)
• ReelOzInd! 2022 winners Q&A: ‘Voice’, connections between Australia & Indonesia and what the future holds. For Ed Coney, the theme of ‘suara/voice’ at this year’s ReelOzInd! film festival was a neat fit for the story he sought to tell about Rohingya refugees. (ReelOzInd!)
• The lead researchers for the Partnership for Australia-Indonesia Research (PAIR) seaweed project have presented their findings to senior officials in three Indonesian government departments to create a sustainable seaweed industry. (PAIR)
• Meskipun Pulau Natal adalah bagian dari Australia, lokasinya lebih dekat dengan Indonesia. Seperti Indonesia, Pulau Natal beriklim tropis. Pulau Natal juga dikenal dengan kekayaan laut dan keindahan pantainya. (TribunNews)
• Bagaimana makna Natal bagi warga Indonesia di Australia dengan keluarga beda keyakinan? Keluarga Dea Donikian merayakan Natal lebih sebagai bagian dari tradisi keluarganya yang sangat multikultur. (Detik)
• Sekitar bulan Desember setiap tahun, bunga-bunga berwarna oranye cerah bermekaran di pohon Nuytsia floribunda, atau Pohon Natal Moodjar, di Australia Barat. Uniknya, bunga-bunga ini hanya keluar dalam cuaca tertentu yang biasanya terjadi pada sebelum Natal, dan juga menyimpan cerita khusus bagi penduduk Aborigin. (JPNN)

Tune In

• Indonesia is the world’s third-largest producer of coal. Not only does it power the country, it powers the economy. But the country’s president, Joko Widodo, wants to change that.  due to its stock of nickel and cobalt, core elements in the batteries needed for the booming electric vehicle industry. Can the government swap the fossil-fuel-powered economy? (The Economist: MoneyTalks)

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 Wednesday, 6pm, 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.

Opportunities

• IA-CEPA ECP Katalis is seeking a Short Term Adviser Copywriter/Editor to support various communications-related writing assignments in English, and report to the Katalis Communications Adviser. Apply by 17 Jan here.
• Australia ASEAN Leaders will run the Australia-ASEAN Emerging Leaders Program from March-May 2023, including a fully-funded week-long intensive in-person in Australia from the 26th of April to the 3rd of May 2023. Participants will gain expertise from leading regional experts, entrepreneurs, government, community leaders and business, plus gain professional photography of themselves, high-level mentoring, access to the alumni network and more. Apply here by 31 Dec.
• 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.
• The University of Sydney is looking for candidates for a domestic funded PhD scholarship that includes a small budget for field-work to look at coverage and equity in the South East Asia Region including Indonesia. The candidate will have the option to explore interests in migrant border, gender issues and identifying pro-equity strategies to reach under-served populations. Ideally the candidate will start in semester one of 2023, to enable alignment with other projects. There is flexibility in shaping the project to their interest. Please contact A/Professor Meru Sheel ([email protected]) for further information.
• 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.
• Bukalapak is looking for a Software Engineer in Melbourne to apply best practice agile software development within a product-focused team. Apply here.
• ACICIS is looking for campaign volunteers to be part of a national initiative –  aimed at shifting Australia’s monolingual mindset and promoting the study of languages among Australian university students. Apply here.
• Applications for the 2023 Language Assistant Program in Western Australian Public Schools are now open, facilitated by the Balai Bahasa Indonesia (BBI) Perth. Click here for more info.
• Piaget Education and Petra Christian University Surabaya are offering scholarships for international teachers of all subjects to join a uniquely designed Master Program of Education Leadership Management, inclusive of stipends and airfares, that will prepare graduates to become competent professionals at educational institutions. Send your CV to [email protected] to submit your interest.
• South Pole is looking for a Climate Projects Regional Director to own and grow the Climate Projects Business Line presence in South East Asia & Australia. Apply here.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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. 
• Lakoat Kujawas is calling for proposals for the art residency program 2021-2022! The community of Taiftob Village, Mollo, NTT is open for collaboration with interdisciplinary artists and food activists. More info 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.
• 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 2022 (with most commencing in 2023). Find out more here.
• The Center for Indonesian Policy Studies is looking for full-time Junior researchers who will be responsible in supporting the writing of CIPS research and also in conducting their own research in accordance with good writing standards in CIPS. Apply 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!

The Indonesian and Australian governments have extended their cooperation in economic management by signing the Australia-Indonesia Partnership for Economic Development (Prospera) Exchange of Letters, which will be effective until 2026.

In the News

• KADIN Indonesia menjajaki peluang kerja sama dengan negara tetangga Australia dalam rangka mewujudkan misi menghadirkan ekosistem kendaraan listrik di Indonesia. Hal ini dilakukan mengingat Indonesia dan Australia memiliki kepentingan yang sama terkait pengembangan ekosistem kendaraan listrik berkat kandungan cadangan mineral yang dimiliki kedua negara tersebut. (JPNN)
• Seiring melonjaknya permintaan kendaraan listrik dan penyimpanan energi bersih, Australia muncul dan memenuhi sebagian besar permintaan litium dunia. Situs tambang litium terbesar di dunia adalah Greenbushes, Western Australia. Meskipun ini dapat membantu mengurangi kebutuhan akan bahan bakar fosil, timbul pertanyaan lain – bagaimana kita dapat menambang litium secara berkelanjutan? (BBC Indonesia)
• The World Trade Organization last week ruled that Indonesia had no right to ban the export of nickel or to require that raw nickel ore be refined in Indonesia. At least 14 nations, including Australia, have drafted special national-security-focused arrangements governing investment and trade in critical minerals. Nickel—a crucial input of batteries and stainless steel—is on seven of those lists. Indonesian President Joko Widodo made clear that the WTO ruling won’t be the last word on the matter. (The Strategist)
• Awalnya burung emu atau dengan nama latin Sromaius novaehollandiae, merupakan burung yang dilindungi berdasarkan kebijakan Game Act 1874. Hingga pada tahun 1922, Pemerintah mencabut peraturan tersebut karena burung emu telah merusak banyak lahan pertanian di Australia. (Indonesia Defense)
• Sebuah mural yang menampilkan wayang kini menghiasai sebuah gedung kesenian di Shepparton, wilayah pedalaman negara bagian Victoria di Australia. Jika selama ini masyarakat internasional hanya diperkenalkan dengan tokoh Srikandi dan Arjuna, Christiano Dery Theodorus, seniman di balik karya tersebut, justru ingin memperkenalkan tokoh wayang lainnya. (ABC News)

Tune In

• Duane Hamacher is an astronomer and associate professor at the University of Melbourne who has specific interest in cultural astronomy and indigenous sciences. His new book, ‘The First Astronomers – How indigenous Elders read the stars’, offers a systematic overview of traditional First Nations knowledge of the stars. In this episode, he talks about the history and value of cultural astronomy and ongoing attempts to discredit indigenous science and knowledge. (Talking Australia)

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 Wednesday, 6pm, 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.

Opportunities

• Prospera is seeking an intern to support to the analytical needs of the emerging policy issues across Prospera’s portfolio of work. This internship program will be particularly suitable for final year students or fresh graduates who are interested in gaining first-hand experience working on issues across a wide range of pressing economic policies in Indonesia. Apply by 19 Dec here.
• SKALA Program is seeking an executive assistant to provide administrative and general support primarily to SKALA Team Leader. The SKALA Program is a significant Australian investment designed to help Indonesia address regional disparities in development. Apply by 19 Dec here.
• Australia ASEAN Leaders will run the Australia-ASEAN Emerging Leaders Program from March-May 2023, including a fully-funded week-long intensive in-person in Australia from the 26th of April to the 3rd of May 2023. Participants will gain expertise from leading regional experts, entrepreneurs, government, community leaders and business, plus gain professional photography of themselves, high-level mentoring, access to the alumni network and more. Apply here by 31 Dec.
• 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.
• The University of Sydney is looking for candidates for a domestic funded PhD scholarship that includes a small budget for field-work to look at coverage and equity in the South East Asia Region including Indonesia. The candidate will have the option to explore interests in migrant border, gender issues and identifying pro-equity strategies to reach under-served populations. Ideally the candidate will start in semester one of 2023, to enable alignment with other projects. There is flexibility in shaping the project to their interest. Please contact A/Professor Meru Sheel ([email protected]) for further information.
• 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.
• Bukalapak is looking for a Software Engineer in Melbourne to apply best practice agile software development within a product-focused team. Apply here.
• ACICIS is looking for campaign volunteers to be part of a national initiative –  aimed at shifting Australia’s monolingual mindset and promoting the study of languages among Australian university students. Apply here.
• Applications for the 2023 Language Assistant Program in Western Australian Public Schools are now open, facilitated by the Balai Bahasa Indonesia (BBI) Perth. Click here for more info.
• Piaget Education and Petra Christian University Surabaya are offering scholarships for international teachers of all subjects to join a uniquely designed Master Program of Education Leadership Management, inclusive of stipends and airfares, that will prepare graduates to become competent professionals at educational institutions. Send your CV to [email protected] to submit your interest.
• South Pole is looking for a Climate Projects Regional Director to own and grow the Climate Projects Business Line presence in South East Asia & Australia. Apply here.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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. 
• Lakoat Kujawas is calling for proposals for the art residency program 2021-2022! The community of Taiftob Village, Mollo, NTT is open for collaboration with interdisciplinary artists and food activists. More info 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.
• 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 2022 (with most commencing in 2023). Find out more here.
• The Center for Indonesian Policy Studies is looking for full-time Junior researchers who will be responsible in supporting the writing of CIPS research and also in conducting their own research in accordance with good writing standards in CIPS. Apply here.

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