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25.01.2022 In our latest Career Spotlight, we had the pleasure of speaking with Clarice Campbell, Director of TAFE Victoria (South-East Asia) and National President of the Australia-Indonesia Youth Association (AIYA), about her exciting career in international trade and education, as well as her leadership in youth diplomacy https://www.youngausint.org.au//career-spotlight-clarice-c

23.01.2022 We're looking for a confident leader who is passionate about opening opportunities for students and young professionals in affairs to be our next COO. If you have the following, then we want to hear from you! Demonstrated leadership, people/volunteer management and interpersonal skills Understanding of business functions such as strategy, operations, and HR... Outstanding written and verbal communication Ability to network and liaise with a range of high level stakeholders Find out more and apply today https://www.youngausint.org.au/join-our-team

23.01.2022 Scholarship opportunities, and your future paid jobs and unpaid work experience in IR, can be found on the YAIA board Have a look https://www.youngausint.org.au/jobs-internships-opportuniti

23.01.2022 Our first event for 2021 is coming up in a couple of weeks! Join our three expert panelists as we explore one of the least focused upon areas of foreign policy making - Indigenous international affairs Our speakers include: ... James Blackwell - Research Fellow (Indigenous Policy) at the Centre for Social Impact UNSW Sheena Graham - Coordinator, DFAT Indigenous Peoples Strategy, Multilateral Policy Division, Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Jack Collard - United Nations Global Indigenous Youth Caucus Point (Pacific) Find out more and register: https://bit.ly/2MsY8SI

22.01.2022 Do you have a fresh perspective or an innovative policy solution for a policy issue facing Australia, a region, or the ? Submit a Policy Pitch or a Policy Brief to our Policy Lab! If you have questions or want to find out more, visit our website or email [email protected] https://www.youngausint.org.au/policy-lab

21.01.2022 "The greatest difference in the Biden administration on US-China relations is the increased prioritisation of working with partners and allies in presenting a 'united front' to China, as opposed to the 'go it alone' approach employed by President Trump." Indo-Pacific fellow Alexi Heazle on the prospects for the US-China relationship under President Biden https://www.youngausint.org.au//why-biden-will-be-tougher-

20.01.2022 YAIA’s US Fellow, Georgia Strong, explores the key complications and impacts of the US’ decision to withdraw from the WHO amidst a global pandemic. https://www.youngausint.org.au//health-politics-why-leavin

19.01.2022 Applications for our Future Leaders Series are open until 11 October! Focusing on the - bilateral relationship, the series is a fantastic opportunity to learn from experts in the field, develop skills in pitching novel policy ideas, and to have the chance to share in $7,000 prize money. Learn more about the program and apply here https://bit.ly/36kGoQT... This event is supported by the Embassy of the United States of America in Canberra.

19.01.2022 Thinking of doing postgraduate studies but not sure what path to go down or if it’s worth it? Join our workshop next Tuesday and hear from a fantastic panel of speakers about their studies and careers: Emily Foley - PhD candidate and sessional academic in Politics & International relations at La Trobe University Freya Bliss - Graduate Policy Officer at the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade ... Tiffany Liu - Master of International Relations student specialising in International Governance and Law Register here: https://bit.ly/32YDT4Y

19.01.2022 A reminder that our panel discussion on great power rivalry in the 21st century is next Tuesday! Register here https://bit.ly/36lkSvz Our panel of esteemed speakers will analyse how , and are likely to influence great power rivalries in this century. Our speakers include: Yun Jiang Editor of The China Story Journal and Senior Research Officer at The Australian National University, Director of China Policy Centre... Nick Bisley Dean of Humanities and Social Sciences and Professor of International Relations at La Trobe University Registration is free but essential.

18.01.2022 We are delighted to announce that applications are now open for our 2020 Future Leaders Series! This year's series will focus on the - bilateral relationship. Across five weeks, 25 participants will participate in four modules, a policy workshop and policy pitch competition. Find about more about the program and apply here https://www.youngausint.org.au/future-leader-series... This event is supported by the Embassy of the United States of America in Canberra.

18.01.2022 "The Chilean government’s enactment of measures to ensure gender parity and Indigenous representation in the constitutional committee herald truly democratic possibilities." Sophie Coombs, Latin America Fellow, on the importance of Chile's new constitution and its implication for Australia https://www.youngausint.org.au//why-chile-s-constitutional

18.01.2022 The YAIA Jobs, Internships and Opportunities Board has these jobs available, but closing soon! https://www.youngausint.org.au/jobs-internships-opportuniti

17.01.2022 Haiyue Ma considers Australia's current foreign investment framework in our latest Policy Brief. She suggests that greater transparency and accountability in the government's foreign investment review process, and a stricter definition of what constitutes Australia's national interest, will help to strengthen Australia's role in the international community. Read the brief here https://bit.ly/3i7f3UR

17.01.2022 New Caledonia is heading towards its second independence referendum. The outcome of this referendum is not assured and presents challenges for both France and New Caledonia, writes YAIA's Pacific Fellow, Henry Heritage. https://www.youngausint.org.au//referendum-round-2-new-cal

17.01.2022 ‘...individuals should have a right to know how AI systems make decisions about them.’ YAIA’s Cyber & Technology Fellow, Josh Gacutan, explains how artificial intelligence is being used in hiring processes. https://www.youngausint.org.au//invitation-to-complete-vid

16.01.2022 In our latest Career Spotlight, we had the pleasure of speaking with Daniel Flitton, Managing Editor of The Interpreter at The Lowy Institute about his career in affairs across journalism, the public sector and academia. Have a read below https://www.youngausint.org.au//career-spotlight-daniel-fl

16.01.2022 With the postponement of COP26 to November 2021, YAIA's Climate and Energy Fellow, Alex McManis considers whether preparations are going to plan https://www.youngausint.org.au//the-state-of-the-negotiati

15.01.2022 Are you interested in an advisory role? Are you interested in working in IR? Have a look at our Jobs, Internships and Opportunities Board https://www.youngausint.org.au/jobs-internships-opportuniti

13.01.2022 Thinking of doing postgraduate studies but not sure what path to go down or if it’s worth it? YAIA is holding a workshop with current and former postgrad students who will share their study and career experiences, and answer any questions you may have. Our panellists will come from across Australia and have a variety of academic backgrounds, including international relations, law and PhDs.... Register for free http://ow.ly/cn7q50BxEB4

13.01.2022 Registration is open for our latest event, 'Great Power Rivalry in the 21st Century: Russia, China and the US'. Our panellists will analyse how , and are likely to influence great power rivalries in this century. Each speaker will discuss their topic for 1015 minutes, with the remainder of the session open for a Q&A.... Tickets are free, but registration is essential. Register https://www.eventbrite.com/e/great-power-rivalry-in-the-21s

13.01.2022 A varied range of jobs in IR are available on the YAIA Jobs, Internships and Opportunities Board! Have a peek https://www.youngausint.org.au/jobs-internships-opportuniti

13.01.2022 These jobs are new to our Jobs, Internships and Opportunities Board! Check them out https://www.youngausint.org.au/jobs-internships-opportuniti

13.01.2022 "I do think that when people don't have to worry as much about getting their basic needs met like food, and shelter they can focus more on changing their political situation," said Thadeaus Umpster, an activist with In Our Hearts NYC. https://www.aljazeera.com//tackling-food-insecurity-cataly

13.01.2022 Nominations are now open for our 'Young Women to Watch in International Affairs' list for 2021! The aim of the list is to shine a spotlight on some of the young women making a name for themselves in government, academia, think tanks, the private sector and civil society across the broad horizon of affairs. You can nominate yourself or someone else! Find out more about the criteria and get your nomination in today https://bit.ly/37sFfXX

13.01.2022 We're pleased to announce some of the first speakers we have confirmed for this year's Future Leaders Series!! Joining us are: Erin Watson-Lynn - Foreign affairs advisor and founder of international relations advisory Generate Worldwide Natasha Kassam - Research Fellow, Diplomacy and Public Opinion Program, Lowy Institute... Stephen Kirchner - Director, Trade and Investment, United States Studies Centre More speakers TBA... Applications are open until 11 October. Find out more about the program and apply here: https://bit.ly/34mmmD2

12.01.2022 To celebrate #InternationalWomensDay, Young Australians in International Affairs is delighted to announce our list of 'Young Women to Watch in International Affairs' for 2020. For the second year in a row, we are highlighting young women working across the broad horizon of international affairs in government, academia, civil society and the privacy sector. Sadly these often remain male-dominated spaces, and YAIA wants to recognise, celebrate and promote the next generation of women achieving success and making an impact in these areas. View the full list here, and join us in celebrating these women to watch: https://bit.ly/2IrF6qf

11.01.2022 Are you interested in affairs and digital communications? Want to help contribute to building YAIA's presence online? We want to hear from you! Apply now to join our comms team - we're looking for: Experience using social media and online platforms Outstanding written and verbal communication... Ability to work and liaise with a team of volunteers to deliver on set objectives Find out more and apply here https://www.youngausint.org.au/join-our-team

11.01.2022 Join us TOMORROW for a panel discussion and Q&A on how Russia, China and the United States are likely to influence great power rivalries in this century. Our speakers include: Yun Jiang Editor of The China Story Journal and Senior Research Officer at The Australian National University, Director of China Policy Centre; and... Nick Bisley Dean of Humanities and Social Sciences and Professor of International Relations at La Trobe University. Secure your place here: http://ow.ly/eg5y50BJlOJ

10.01.2022 YAIA is holding a careers workshop next Tuesday focusing on working in foreign affairs and diplomacy. In the workshop, a representative from the Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) will provide insights into the application process for their graduate program, what the program entails, and how to progress in a career in foreign affairs and diplomacy. There will also be a Q&A session in which you can ask the representative any career-related ...questions. Tickets are free, but registration is essential, so make sure to secure your place now. Register below: http://ow.ly/h4HU50BLtUN

07.01.2022 YAIA is now on Instagram!! Follow us there to get a different look at all the exciting things we have on offer - events, career resources, Insights articles, ideas from the Policy Lab and much more... https://www.instagram.com/youngausint/?hl=en

06.01.2022 These jobs are closing soon Check out how to apply, and more opportunities, at https://www.youngausint.org.au/jobs-internships-opportuniti

05.01.2022 'By the end of the decade, it could be the richest state in the world on a per-capita basis, leapfrogging other small, oil-rich states like Qatar.' Latin America Fellow, Ariel Castro-Martinez, on the discovery of oil in Guyana and the country's future prospects. https://www.youngausint.org.au//spare-a-thought-for-guyana

04.01.2022 If you're interested in available jobs in policy roles, we have just the opportunities for you! Check out YAIA Jobs, Internships and Opportunities Board https://www.youngausint.org.au/jobs-internships-opportuniti

04.01.2022 Our Jobs, Internships and Opportunities Board has been updated with remote and in-person opportunities both in and overseas. Check them out here http://ow.ly/PQor50Dnrd3

04.01.2022 Henry Heritage, YAIA’s Pacific Fellow, explores some of the consequences of recent threats by certain Micronesian members to withdraw from the Pacific Islands Forum, and the impact on Pacific regionalism and Australia’s interests https://www.youngausint.org.au//pacific-islands-forum-fall

04.01.2022 Are you interested in IR? Are you interested in policy roles? We have some positions for you ... https://www.youngausint.org.au/jobs-internships-opportuniti See more

03.01.2022 "Kuwait needs to take bold steps to escape its oil dependency and meet its 2035 Plan, however, with corruption and the current economic crisis it’s likely the 2035 Plan will fail as its 2010 counterpart did." Shannon McGarry, Middle East and North Africa Fellow, on the economic challenges facing Kuwait https://www.youngausint.org.au//diamonds-and-debt-kuwait-s

02.01.2022 A reminder that our Postgraduate Studies Workshop is tomorrow night! We are excited to announce our panellists for the evening: Emily Foley - PhD candidate and sessional academic in Politics & International relations at La Trobe University... Freya Bliss - Graduate Policy Officer at the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Tiffany Liu - Master of International Relations student specialising in International Governance and Law These current and former postgrad students will share their experiences during their studies and in their careers, and answer any questions you may have. Register https://www.eventbrite.com/e/yaia-postgraduate-studies-work

01.01.2022 Join part of the cohort of this year's YAIA Future Leaders Series for our first debate-style event. They will be debating the topic: 'Australia must acquire nuclear weapons to achieve a more independent foreign policy’. It will be a fantastic opportunity to engage with the future of Australia's foreign policy with some of the country's emerging leaders.... Register for free https://www.eventbrite.com/e/future-leaders-debate-tickets-

01.01.2022 YAIA Europe & Eurasia Fellow, Grace Gardiner, explores how other protest movements from around the world have inspired parts of the recent Belarusian protests, and the implications of the international response to the unrest. https://www.youngausint.org.au//the-international-implicat