Key People
AIYA is governed by a Board of Directors, these directors hold legal responsibility for the organisation and oversee the wider organisation including National Coordinators, National Officers, Chapter Presidents and Chapter Officers.
Board of Directors
Anastasia is a New Colombo Plan Scholar currently on program in Yogyakarta. As an Australian of Indonesian heritage, Anastasia has contributed broadly to the Australia-Indonesia bilateral space through her diverse experiences Studying Asian Studies, History, and Anthropology at Murdoch University, she hopes to complete her PhD on Sports Nationalism in Indonesia.
Anastasia Koo
National President
Nandira Xavier is a Bachelor of Laws Honours) and Bachelor of Arts (Global Asia major) student at Monash University. She was previously a tertiary winner of the National Australia Indonesia Language Awards (NAILA), and is currently a NAILA Language Officer. As a first-generation Australian to an Indonesian mum and Malaysian dad, Nandira is interested in Australia-Indonesia relations, law, and justice.
Nandira Xavier
Company Secretary
Bima Aryuna works in Jakarta and after completing his degree at Telkom University, Bima started his career in marketing. He is currently designing a board game about Sundanese Traditional Script and Batik. Previously, he joined the Australia-Indonesia Youth Exchange Program (AIYEP) in 2016-17 and would like to contribute more in building Australia-Indonesia relationship through AIYA.
Bima Aryuna
National Treasurer
Matthew is a Development Manager at Landcom, having studied Civil Engineering at USYD. Being Australian-born of Indonesian background, he has a strong interest and passion in what's happening in both countries. In addition, Matthew is always looking for ways to strengthen his own cultural connections within both communities, something which he believes that AIYA is best placed to help grow and facilitate.
Matthew Hasjim
Director of Operations
Katelyn is studying politics, sociology and international relations at the University of Sydney. She is a 2024 NCP Scholar who recently completed a semester exchange at Universitas Gadjah Mada in Yogyakarta. She is interested in bilateral economic, security, and sociocultural cooperation between both countries and maintains a strong interest in Indonesian politics and language.
Katelyn Williams
Director of Partnerships and Memberships
M. Hafidz Al-Furqan is a creative professional and content creator from Palembang, Indonesia, currently based in Sydney as an Australia Awards Scholarship recipient pursuing a double master's in Creative Industries and Media Communication at Macquarie University. As founder of the Bestari Foundation, he focuses on youth development, creativity, and innovation in South Sumatra.
M. Hafidz Alfurqan
Director of Communications
Alexandra is currently studying a Bachelor of International and Global Studies majoring in Indonesian studies at The University of Sydney. Having studied the Indonesian language since kindergarten, she is passionate about learning about Indonesia’s cultural and linguistic diversity and sharing this knowledge with others by working as an Indonesian tutor. Alexandra was a 2023 New Colombo Plan Scholar where she spent 6 months studying at Universitas Indonesia followed by a 6 month internship at Bali Children Foundation. This solidified Alexandra’s goals of strengthening the Indonesian-Australian bilateral relationship.
Alexandra Lyons
NAILA Director
Angus is an Honours graduate from the University of Melbourne, having written his thesis on the Indonesian diaspora in Australia. He has previously served as Chapter President at AIYA Victoria (2024-2025) and has been involved in NAILA for several years. Since joining AIYA in 2022, Angus has endeavored to promote Asia literacy, and facilitate the development of people-to-people connections between Australia, Indonesia and the broader region. Angus has previously interned as an Events Program officer at the Australia Institute of International Affairs, Victoria, and was the co-coordinator for the Asia Institute’s Indonesian@Uni VCE Engagement Workshop at the University of Melbourne.
Angus Baranikow
NAILA Director
National Team
Treasury
Operations
She has been working with an Australian company, gaining valuable experience in a dynamic and diverse environment. Actively involved with AIYA since 2020, she has developed a strong passion for fostering people-to-people connections, particularly in the context of bilateral relations. Her interest in building bridges between communities drives her commitment to strengthening ties between Indonesia and Australia
Nurul Habiba
Operations Coordinator (Indonesia)
Tika is currently taking a role as Operation Coordinator - Australia. She is actively involved in various organizations and participates in volunteer activities engaged in extensive education and social humanity. She hopes her involvement with AIYA will be a great opportunity to connect with inspiring young people from both countries.
Andi Mustika Azimah
Operations Coordinator (Australia)
Evelyn is a Marketing Communications representative at an international hotel chain in Indonesia, with a passion for building meaningful connections, fostering collaboration, and creating impactful digital communications. Having experienced both Australian and Indonesian education she has gained a unique cross-cultural perspective that has shaped the way she communicate and connect with people. She believes AIYA is the perfect platform to strengthen those ties.
Evelyn Veronica
Digital Operations Coordinator
Aliya is currently a Master’s Candidate in Public Policy and Management at Monash University Indonesia. She recently moved to Jakarta, not only to pursue her Master’s but also to reconnect with her Indonesian heritage. Having grown up between Australia and Hong Kong, completed her undergraduate degree in International and Global Studies, and worked in Sydney before moving to Jakarta, she has long been drawn to cross-cultural relations and international affairs. She’s looking forward to being part of the AIYA National Committee and working alongside everyone.
Aliya Penn
Women Empowerment Coordinator
Partnerships & Memberships
Hirzi is studying Politics and Asian Studies at the University of Melbourne, where he was also President of its Indonesian Students Association. Hirzi has held a number of research and policy positions, such as at the Victorian Parliament and KPMG. As an Indonesian-Australian, he is very keen to use his professional experiences and cultural background to benefit the bilateral relationship.
Hirzi Putra Laksana
Partnerships Officer
Annabel is a Bachelor of International Relations from Parahyangan Catholic University in Bandung, West Java. She was formerly involved as a committee member for UNESCO for World Press Freedom Day 2017 event. She was also invited by Indonesia Youth Foundation to be a Speaker for “Youth’s Role in Maximizing Indonesia’s Potential Through Public Diplomacy” 2022 Webinar. Her involvement in the ACICIS during her university years and her Bachelor thesis, “Indonesia’s Public Diplomacy through Film Sectors (Films & Film Festivals) in Australia for the Close Relationships Between the Two Countries” written in Bahasa has made her passionate and always curious about the bilateral relationship through public diplomacy.
Annabel Maria Christina
Memberships Officer
Audrey is a PhD Candidate at ANU studying the unique bird diversity in the Indo-Australian region. As an Indonesian who has stayed in Australia for seven years and counting, Australia has felt like home as much as Indonesia is. Enthusiastic in learning new things and with past experiences in supporting international students in Australia, she is keen to contribute to the growing AIYA community.
Audrey Miranda Prasetya
Research & Policy Officer
Glory Euodia currently works as an English teacher in Bandung, Indonesia. She graduated from Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, where she was involved in several research projects. Her research interests are in the fields of translanguaging and teacher development. Through AIYA, she hopes to explore the unique challenges faced by Australia and Indonesia in the language learning landscape.
Glory Euodia
Research & Policy Officer
Communications
Lala is a Program and Communication Officer at a consulting firm and is a graduate of International Relations, specialising in Peace and Conflict Studies. She formerly worked at the Australian Consortium for ‘In-Country’ Indonesian Studies (ACICIS) where she discovered AIYA. She believes AIYA is a great space to improve cross-cultural understanding while building stronger Indonesia-Australia ties.
Nabila Khoiru Nisa
Links Officer
Lourdes is in her third year of International Security Studies and Arts at the ANU, majoring in International Communications and minoring in Indonesian Studies and Politics. Born and raised in Jakarta, Indonesia, until she was 14, Lourdes sought to bring her love for Indonesian culture, food, and language with her when she moved to Australia to further her studies. Her enduring interests include developing and strengthening Australian-Indonesian bilateral relations and youth engagement in both countries.
Lourdes Bernadette
Links Officer
Dom is an experienced Communications Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the staffing and recruiting industry. Skilled in Journalism, Management, Report Writing, Strategy, and Digital Marketing. Strong business development professional with Master Degrees focused in International Relations, and Publishing & Communications from University of Melbourne.
Teofilus Setia Wahyudi
Links Officer
Oneal is a KOL Specialist. She works with influencers and other KOLs for big and small brands in Indonesia and around the world. She’s also a Freelance Translator and a member of HPI (Association of Indonesian Translators) with over 2 years of experience in a US multinational company. Since she is staying in Australia, she’s determined to develop the Indonesian language and culture in Australia.
Reneoneal Cut Adamy
Social Media Officer
Grace is an undergraduate student at Universitas Indonesia who has a keen interest in international affairs. Her visit to Australia in 2019 made her comprehend that Indonesia and Australia have a valuable people-to-people connection. By joining AIYA, she looks forward to contributing to the Australia-Indonesia relationship and collaborating in a cross-cultural setting!
Grace Viona
Blog Editor
Dinda Aziza Rialita (Lita) a self-taught graphic designer based in Jakarta. She has been actively involved in AIYA’s since 2020 as a member of the communication graphic design team. Lita has an extreme interest in art and graphic design. Being part of AIYA National is a new journey to broaden her skills, network, and learn new things in a more diverse environment.
Dinda Aziza Rialita
Graphic Design Officer
People and Culture
Agus is currently working as a translator and English teacher. He completed his bachelor's degree in English education from Syiah Kuala University, Indonesia. He has a strong connection to Indonesia-Australia relations after participating in a student exchange program in 2007 in Perth. He has been volunteering for NAILA as a language officer since 2019 and is now taking part as a culture officer for AIYA.
Agus Firman
Culture Officer
Chapter Presidents
Nicholas is studying a Bachelor of International Security Studies and Diploma of Languages, Majoring in Indonesian Language. He has been fascinated by Indonesia since beginning language studies in primary school, hosting Indonesian students on exchange, and studying there in 2023 and 2025. Nicholas is excited to build upon his experience as a Social Media Ambassador for Indonesian In-Country studies, and learn from his colleagues through AIYA, extending his exploration of Indonesia and its cultures.
Nick von Guttner
AIYA Australian Capital Territory
I am currently the President of AIYA NSW and previously served as a Socio-Cultural Committee member. Through these roles, I have been involved in supporting programs and organisational activities at the state level. I have recently completed the Transition Program at TAFE NSW and am now preparing to apply for International Studies at multiple universities
Jimmy Acton
AIYA New South Wales
Reno is a Geological Engineering graduate from Universitas Gadjah Mada with interest in renewable energy and natural resources economics studies. He has experience in Energy Industries and is keen to grow his knowledge in this sector and how to support its growth. Throughout college, he was actively involved in various organisations in energy studies and self-development. He was appointed as Head of Public Relations in the Student Energy Council, Universitas Gadjah Mada in his third year and as Secretary General for the same organisation before he graduated. He is also active as practical work assistant for courses taught in his department besides becoming a member in communities like the American Association of Petroleum Geologist (AAPG). He joined AIYA Jakarta as a member in early 2021 and enrolled in the PATHWAYS Mentoring Program 2021. Now he contributes to the Australia-Indonesia relationship as Communication Officer in AIYA Jakarta. He opens up to any new and exciting opportunities in the future.
Reno Manggalajati Athallah
AIYA Jakarta
Annisa is completing her Master of IT (Enterprise Management) at the Adelaide University. Originally from Makassar, Indonesia. She first came to Australia as a Working Holiday Maker, living in Darwin and working in Groote Eylandt, Northern Territory. It was there that she discovered the deep historical connection between her hometown and Aboriginal Australia, where Makassan traders had been visiting these shores for centuries. That discovery stayed with her. Now nearly a decade into life in Australia, Annisa is drawn to AIYA because she believes the Australia-Indonesia relationship has roots worth knowing and a future worth building. She is active in Indonesian and Muslim community organisations in Adelaide and brings a perspective shaped by living and working across very different parts of this country.
Annisa Nasir
AIYA South Australia
Ian has worked in several non-for-profit organisations, always willing to find ways to make an impact to people. He currently works in AIYA to expand his networks and see how he can improve Indonesian language development here in Australia. He is also working as a geospatial consultant to empower decision making for private companies, NGOs and government.
Ian Darmawan
AIYA Victoria
Richard is an adaptable person with abilities in cross-cultural communication and community development. He is passionate about finance, economics, and diplomacy. He believes that AIYA can bridge his eager to involve in bilateral relations across Indonesia and Australia.
Richard Siahaya
AIYA Sulawesi Selatan
Claudette is an English Literature student at Universitas Terbuka. She has been involved with AIYA NTT since the 2023/2024 committee year, when she served as coordinator of the Events Officer division. As the current VP, she focuses on streamlining AIYA rules and workflow to the chapter divisions. In addition to her work in AIYA, Claudette is also pursuing her interest in translation studies through freelance translation projects and commissions.
Claudette Nahak
AIYA Nusa Tenggara Timur
Muhammad Syukri Ramadhan is a dedicated third-year student majoring in Electrical Engineering at Universitas Sangga Buana YPKP Bandung, serving as a Communication Officer at both AIYA Jawa Barat Chapter and NAILA. With a strong passion for fostering cross-cultural connections and a deep commitment to strengthening the relationship between Australia and Indonesia, Rama brings a wealth of enthusiasm and dedication to his roles. His practical experience as an intern at PT. Dirgantara Indonesia and as an engineering On-Site staff at PT Sucofindo has equipped him with valuable communication skills and a strong work ethic. With his active involvement in AIYA Jawa Barat Chapter and his genuine interest in public relations and community engagement, Rama is poised to play a pivotal role in furthering the organization's mission and strengthening ties between young people in Australia and Indonesia.
Muhammad Syukri Ramadhan
AIYA Jawa Barat
Tiffany is a Bachelor of Laws student based in Darwin, Northern Territory. Born and raised in Bali and of Australian-Indonesian background, she has grown up between two cultures. She is passionate about fostering connections between Indonesian communities in Australia and Australians who share an interest in cultural exchange and strengthening bilateral relationships.
Tiffany Myers
AIYA Northern Territory
Ranggamas Trisna A., commonly known as Rangga, is a graduate of Development Economics from Universitas Airlangga with over four years of teaching experience. He has a strong passion for academic development in Indonesia and is committed to contributing to the growth of the younger generation through education. His interest in collaboration and international engagement motivates him to connect his work with AIYA, where he aims to create meaningful impact and foster cross-cultural exchange.
Ranggamas Trisna Aditya
AIYA Jawa Timur
Alannah Yuen, whilst doing her Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice, had the honour of completing a semester exchange in Indonesia in the first half of 2025, and then the privilege of undertaking an Internship at Universitas Islam Indonesia as an Intellectual Property Law Research Assistant. Her passion for Indonesia, bilateral relations, and strengthening youth diplomacy continued through her volunteer contributions, as she applied her newfound skills in her role as President of AIYA WA in 2026.
Alannah Yuen
AIYA Western Australia
Airo is an International Relations undergraduate student at Sebelas Maret University. Having been a member of AIYA Yogyakarta, he developed a strong appreciation for AIYA's mission of strengthening Australia–Indonesia relations through youth engagement. Inspired by this experience, he initiated the establishment of AIYA Jawa Tengah to expand similar opportunities for young people in his home province. He believes AIYA provides the ideal platform to foster cultural understanding, meaningful collaboration, and lasting people-to-people connections between Australia and Indonesia.
Alfaairo Pratama
AIYA Jawa Tengah
