Past initiatives of ACYA's Women's Network
Take a look at our past initiatives at the ACYA Women's Network!
Recognising a need to engage with differing aspects of China, ACYA partnered with Educating Girls of Rural China (EGRC) in forging a joint initiative. This program focused on fostering ongoing development in rural China and empowering young women from disadvantaged socio-economic backgrounds. Support mentoring, an online cultural and language sharing platform, and community engagement were key aspects of this retreat, run from 2017-2019.
In a webinar focused on critically engaging with crafting positive professional development, ACYAWN collaborated with global career platform Hi Career in hosting a successful panel discussion. This event helped to expand participants’ understandings of career development, encouraging them to be open to new directions and opportunities.
ACYAWN’s “Three C’s” webinar was a compelling discussion featuring Dr. Som-Ling Leung as guest speaker, in which she shared her professional journey and personal reflections with ACYAWN members. From private practice dentistry to designing health and development programmes in the Solomon Islands, Dr. Leung’s story highlighted the flexibility gained from having a strong foundational skillset, as well as the immense rewards that could be reaped from pursuing your own interests.
The workshop hosted by ACYA Women's Network leaders facilitated group discussions on feminism, allyship, and encouraging mutual understanding across diverse cultural contexts. Delegates discussed topics such as the theoretical background of feminism and how the pandemic shifted gender roles in the workplace and home.
The workshop promoted importance of financial literacy and economic independence. Rebecca Glenn from the Centre of Women’s Economic led the session, where women discussed differences in money management between Australian and Chinese women, offering a platform for participants to share personal experiences.
Opportunities for meaningful dialogue about female empowerment, sharing personal stories and issues, and connecting with fellow young women.
Launching ACYAWN's Publication
In December 2024, we were pleased to announce the launch of the inaugural edition of ACYAWN's Publication. You can explore the full publication here. This first edition, focused on Women in Australia-China Careers, marks an important milestone for our community as we explore the diverse and impactful roles women are playing in the evolving Australia-China landscape. The publication features in-depth interviews with remarkable women across a wide range of sectors, including international trade,
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Online Careers Panel
Work in the Australia-China space continues to evolve, offering a wealth of opportunities for those interested in business, education, law, and international relations. Our recent ‘Women in Australia-China Careers’ online panel, the ACYA Women’s Network, delved into the remarkable experiences of Emma Pitt (Manager of Global Learning @ RMIT), Gabi Powell Thomas (Consultant @ Nous Group), and Daisy Wu (Author and Founder @ Multilingual Connectors), who all have deep connections to the Australia-Ch
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Women's Network
Past initiatives
Past initiatives of ACYA's Women's Network
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