Young Australians in International Affairs (YAIA)

✨  Introducing YAIA’s Young Women to Watch in International Affairs – 2025 ✨ We are proud to announce our Young Women to Watch in International Affairs list for 2025. Now in its seventh year, this list spotlights young Australian women leading the way from consulting to NGOs, to shaping governance and developing with research. These young women are shaping the future of International Affairs. Join us in celebrating these inspiring women who are making an impact and paving the way for future generations! Head to our website to read their biographies. Congratulations to: Alana Ford, Alyssa Rahardja, Aster Haile, Clare Beaton-Wells, Elina Forsyth, Grace Mackley, Hannah Hains, Hannah Oates, Jemma Trelour, Jess Stone, Kupakwashe Matangira, Nicole Tjahyadi, Rhiannon Neilsen, and Taylah Bland https://lnkd.in/gtxRG_fv #internationalaffairs

💼We're Looking for Our Next CFO We’re looking for a dynamic Chief Financial Officer who can bring their expertise to the table. Do you have: 📊Experience in accounting, finance, or business administration? 💡A passion for shaping financial strategies and driving growth? 💼Proven experience in financial management? 💙A background in not-for-profit organizations? (Bonus!) https://lnkd.in/eyxhfV9E

"In a world increasingly mediated by data flows and algorithmic systems, the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) has, for two decades, stood as a touchstone for the aspiration that the digital realm might serve as a catalyst for inclusive development, democratic participation, and the equitable sharing of knowledge." Cyber, Tech and Space Fellow Vijhai Grayan examines the viability of WSIS twenty years after its initial creation, as well as what could come from its upcoming official global review. https://lnkd.in/gvdwRfNg

Thank you to those who joined us for our Young Women to Watch Event in Sydney yesterday! 💫 Wrapping up the YWTW Event Series, the Sydney Event brought together a number of young people to learn, collaborate and inspire each other. 🗣 Hearing from the inspiring speakers, Alice Nason and Bonnie Bley, the participants learnt from some of the key actors in international affairs. 🌏 Thank you to our speakers and everyone who attended the celebration of the 2025 Young Women to Watch in Sydney, as well as the other events across the country! 🤝 Continue to March Forward with the Young Women to Watch and ignite change! 🌟🚀 #YoungWomenToWatch #IWD2025 #MarchForward #WomenInInternationalAffairs

🌏 ✈️ Looking for a career move outside of Australia? There are a range of exciting opportunities that could take you abroad on our Job, Internship and Opportunities Board. 🌏 ✈️ Check out our website for more information and to apply: https://lnkd.in/gtAi55V3.

MARCH FORWARD: Young Women to Watch Launch 🚨Final chance to secure your place at this empowering event featuring guest panelists across international affairs including: 🏅Kupakwashe Matangira – One of this year’s Young Women to Watch 🌏Alice Nason – Senior Research Associate in the Foreign Policy and Defence Program at the United States Studies Centre. 📊Bonnie Bley – One of the principal researchers behind the Lowy Institute Asia Power Index. 🗓March 27 | 6:30-8 PM AEDT 📍 Darlington Activity Centre 🎟 https://lnkd.in/g67Q5tux

"Australia’s traditional reliance on the American alliance is threatened by Trump’s “America First” approach, underscoring that Australia must pursue stronger relationships in the Indo-Pacific to safeguard our interests, or cling to the Americans at our peril." Australian Foreign Policy Fellow Sarah Myatt pushes for Australia to emerge as a stable middle power through leveraging modern and alternative diplomatic strategies in the Indo-Pacific. https://lnkd.in/gAdrJ6D7

💡🌍 YAIA Sydney: International Women’s Day - 2025 Young Women to Watch Celebration 🌍💡 Sydney, get ready! Join us on March 27 for an empowering evening that honours the remarkable young women driving change in international affairs. 🚀✨ Meet our inspiring speakers:  🌍 Kupakwashe Matangira – One of this year’s Young Woman to Watch ⭐ Alice Nason – Senior Research Associate in the Foreign Policy and Defence Program at the United States Studies Centre. 📈 Bonnie Bley – Energy and environmental policy specialist. Dive into thought-provoking discussions, gain valuable career insights, and connect with the next generation of global leaders. This is your chance to be part of an exciting and impactful conversation! 📅 Date: March 27 | Time: 6:30-8 PM AEDT 📍 Location: Darlington Activity Centre 🎟️ Reserve your spot here: https://lnkd.in/ew_7nVSw

🚨 Exciting News! 🚨 As we count down the final weeks to Young Australians in International Affairs' 10th Anniversary Celebration, we're opening up invitations to our incredible alumni and members! 🎉 If you're a YAIA alumni or member and would love to join us for this milestone event at the ANU National Security College, at The Australian National University on 1 April 2025, now’s your chance! 📅 RSVP by 25 March to events@youngausint.org.au to request your invitation. Don’t miss this special evening of reflection, networking, and celebrating the next generation of international affairs leaders! 🌏✨ #YAIA10 #YoungLeaders #InternationalAffairs #Networking #AnniversaryCelebration

"The waves of independence currently lapping at Oceania’s shores present a critical challenge for Australian foreign policy. While these movements remain hindered by political inertia, their outcomes will alter Oceania’s market dynamics and strategic architecture." Carlos Hasham urges Australia to respond to these developments by adopting a proactive role in leveraging economic partnerships and local diplomacy. https://lnkd.in/gJtNMKct