PROGRAMME DETAILS
Are you an emerging leader?
We are looking for the 50 most dynamic and motivated young leaders aged 18-29 from across ASEAN and Australia to represent their country at the second ever ASEAN-Australia Young Leaders Forum.
AAYLF 2019
Who can apply?
The inaugural ASEAN-Australia Young Leaders Forum (AAYLF) will converge 50 outstanding young leaders from Australia and ASEAN member states aged between 18 and 29 years old to attend the Forum virtually, in late June 2022. The AAYLF is committed to empowering a diverse group of young people. It aims to attract influential young leaders from across all disciplines and professions including science, policy, business and the arts.
Importantly, the Forum will bring together a fair representation of genders, abilities, regional/remote status, LGBTQI+ and those of diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds.
As the AAYLF will be hosted in English, a strong command of the language is essential. Knowledge of an additional ASEAN language is an asset that will be highly regarded.
Eligibility
To apply for the AAYLF, potential delegates will need to meet the following eligibility requirements:
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Be aged between 18 and 29 years of age as of 23 June 2022.
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Have a good command of English
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Be available to attend AAYLF virtually between Thursday 23 June 3:30pm-6pm ICT and Friday 24 June 3:30-7:30pm ICT; and Saturday 25 9:30am-3:30pm ICT and Sunday 26 June 2022 10:00am-5pm ICT
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Have an interest in regional developments in ASEAN member states and/or the ASEAN-Australia relationship
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Be motivated to act as an ASEAN-Australia Strategic Youth Alumni following the Forum
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Hold Australian or ASEAN member state permanent residency or citizenship
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Submit their completed application by the submission deadline of 06 June 2022, 23.59 GMT+7 (Application deadline extended!)
Selection Criteria
The application process is only one stage. Within your application, we will be assessing candidates on a whole-of-person approach, looking not just at your qualifications, demonstrated knowledge and experience, but also at the personal attributes that make a capable young leader.
The AAYLF aims to connect and empower outstanding young people from across Australia and ASEAN. The Forum will equip delegates with the tools and skills needed to forge a prosperous and collaborative future. You should share responses that demonstrate your action-oriented work ethic, cross-cultural experiences, critical thinking skills and dedication to your field of study or profession. Your innovative thinking and willingness to pursue a career in the Australia-ASEAN space will also be factored.
The AAYLF is a practical, hands-on Forum encouraging young leaders to develop collaborative & problem-solving projects within the Australian-ASEAN region. Delegates will be invited to serve a one-year term as AASYP ASEAN-Australian Strategic Youth Leaders following the Forum. To be successful, you should demonstrate strong personal character and service-oriented leadership qualities in your application.
The AAYLF 2022 focusses on issues of sustainability and sustainable development. In your application, you should exhibit awareness of the issues facing ASEAN member states and/or the ASEAN-Australia relationship as well as a commitment to the region’s development.
In particular, you are encouraged to demonstrate your passion to drive regional positive change in relation to AAYLF’s 2022 focal points within the pillars:
- Sustainability, including climate change, green investment, sustainable tourism, and climate finance
- Sustainable Development, including human rights and equality for all
