Scholars Symposia
Leadership and Changemaking
Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, Canberra
The Scholars Symposia brings together scholars from South Asia and Mongolia for a professional development and networking program in Australian cities. Various speakers and guests, including representatives from the Australian Parliament, the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, the diplomatic and consular corps, and non-government organisations will provide their insights into leadership and advocacy.
At each Symposium, in line with the theme Leadership and Changemaking, scholars will enhance their ability to have lead change and increase their impact on return to their home countries build networks and establish enduring connections that are drawn on throughout their careers to increase their impact. Scholars will learn how they can make the most of their time in Australia to develop linkages to complement their study, enhance their ability to engage with organisations and individuals and improve their ability to implement change upon their return home.
The full program for the Scholars Symposium in Canberra on 9 February 2024 can be found here.
| Date | Location | Time | Activity |
| Friday, 24 November 2023 | VIC | 8.30 am – 9.30 am | Scholars arrive independently, Scholars are welcome to have professional photos taken. |
| 9.30 am – 4.30 pm | Symposium main event | ||
| 4.30 pm | Symposium close | ||
| Tuesday, 28 November 2023 | SA | 8.30 am – 9.30 am | Scholars arrive independently, Scholars are welcome to have professional photos taken. |
| 9.30 am – 4.30 pm | Symposium main event | ||
| 4.30 pm | Symposium close | ||
| Monday, 11 December 2023 | WA | 8.30 am – 9.30 am | Scholars arrive independently, Scholars are welcome to have professional photos taken. |
| 9.30 am – 4.30 pm | Symposium main event | ||
| 4.30 pm | Symposium close | ||
| Thursday, 25 January 2024 | QLD | 8.30 am – 9.30 am | Scholars arrive independently, Scholars are welcome to have professional photos taken. |
| 9.30 am – 4.30 pm | Symposium main event | ||
| 4.30 pm | Symposium close | ||
| Friday, 2 February 2024 | NSW | 8.30 am – 9.30 am | Scholars arrive independently, Scholars are welcome to have professional photos taken. |
| 9.30 am – 4.30 pm | Symposium main event | ||
| 4.30 pm | Symposium close | ||
| Friday, 9 February 2024 | ACT | 8.30 am – 9.30 am | Scholars arrive independently, Scholars are welcome to have professional photos taken. |
| 9.30 am – 4.30 pm | Symposium main event | ||
| 4.30 pm | Symposium close |
Dress code
We recommend you wear business attire Scholars Symposium.
Meals
Morning tea, Lunch and Afternoon Tea will be provided during the event.
Please be advised that the program is a rigorous one requiring a full commitment from participants. Family members will not be able to attend any of the sessions or activities with the participant.
The following resources will be referenced at the Scholars Symposium:
Professional Networking Brochure
Environmentally-friendly principles
Workshops and conferences are contributors to the global carbon footprint, with travel as a major source of events-related carbon emissions. Other ways by which events add to the carbon footprint are single-use plastics, excessive use of paper / printed materials, and food.
We will make a conscious effort to reduce and offset the carbon footprint created by the Scholars Symposium, including:
- Encouraging participants to use group transport
- Minimising the use of non-biodegradable and non-recyclable utensils
- Reducing the use of printed materials
We encourage you to take proactive steps to ensure the Scholars Symposium is a green event and to think about implementing similar practices when organising activities in your workplaces, communities or in your personal life.
