Category: USLS
University Scholars Leadership Symposium
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Amidst monsoonal rain, Nasi Lemak in the air and the vibrant buzz of Kuala Lumpur, stands a convention centre brimming with young leaders waiting to create change. From 35 different countries, with different global outlooks, we had two instant similarities: all being university students and being passionate about changemaking. But how do we create change?…
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From 5–8 August I had the privilege of attending the 13th University Scholars Leadership Symposium (USLS) in Kuala Lumpur as a delegate representing the University of Technology and Australia. It’s difficult to distil such a meaningful week into so few words. Over the course of the next few days, we heard from a range of incredible speakers.…
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The highlight of the experience, I would say, was the activity that I participated in for “Kindness Day”. I planted mangroves in Bangpakong Mangrove Forest, and I was also able to learn more about the site’s history. The lead conservationist explained how the mangrove forest we were on was planted over a decade ago by…
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Reflecting on my Faculty-led Global Short Program at the 12th USLS in Bangkok, I enjoyed several unique experiences. I had the chance to represent my university at a prestigious event in the UN Conference Centre, which was both an honour and a learning opportunity. Meeting influential figures like Kim Solomon, Simerjeet Singh, and Janice provided…
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I am so honored to be selected as one of UTS delegates to attend the 12th University Scholars Leadership Symposium at United Nations Conference in Bangkok, Thailand. I cannot express my feelings enough, how grateful I am I got this opportunity, how UTS BUILD supported me. When I was 13 years old, I visited Japan…
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In August, I was privileged to attend the University Scholars Leadership Symposium (USLS) in Thailand, held at the United Nations Conference Centre in Bangkok. One of the most impactful aspects of the symposium was the opportunity to engage with inspiring and thought-provoking speakers. Figures like Sir Peter Mathieson, David (DJ) Begbie, Jack Growden, Shomy Hasan…
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This symposium left me with one clear message:If you want to be the change, you have to become the change— in your actions and your choices. Big or small, you can make a difference. In August 2024, I had one of those “pinch me” moments that will stay with you forever. I was honoured to…
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Between Aug 6th to 9th 2024 I attended the 12th USLS HAA held at UN Conference Centre in Bangkok, Thailand. Even before attending the program the fact that the program will be held at the prestigious United Nations Conference Centre made me very exited about it, just thinking about the fact that I will be…
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During early August 2024, I was fortunate to represent the UTS as an Australian delegate at the 12th University Scholars Leadership Symposium in Bangkok run by Humanitarian Affairs Asia. Over the 4 day program, we heard from numerous change makers that were living proof that we ourselves could do just the same. Each speaker spoke…
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I was fortunate enough to be given the opportunity by UTS BUILD and Humanitarian Affairs Asia to be a part of the 11th University Scholar Leaders Symposium from AUG 1st-4th at the United Nations Conference Center Bangkok. Where to start? These four days were so overwhelming with mixed emotions that putting it all into words…
