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DEVELOPING THE LEADERS OF TOMORROW, TODAY.

Young Women to Watch in International Affairs Applications Now Open
For eight years, YAIA's annual Young Women to Watch list has championed young Australian women driving innovative change across international affairs, from foreign policy and national security to defence and trade.
We encourage women of all backgrounds, sectors and career stages to apply. We are looking for the next generation of leaders, innovators, and trailblazers!

WHO WE ARE
Young Australians in International Affairs (YAIA) is a not-for-profit organisation of Australian leaders in international affairs.
Since our launch in March 2014, we have connected with around 40,000 people monthly through our online channels, providing a platform for young Australians to share fresh perscpectives on international events and policy.
Our programs foster innovative ideas and policy responses to 21st-century challenges affecting Australia and the Indo-Pacifc.
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Isha, 2024 Indo-Pacific Fellow
Dorothee, former Director of Careers
Tash, Future23 Attendee
"The Fellowship program has been an incredibly rewarding experience. I loved having the opportunity to meet writers from all over the world who are passionate about international affairs."
"I am very grateful for the professionals I've met, the friends I've made, and the wide range of experiences and opportunities YAIA provided."
"To be able to get to know like-minded individuals who have a passion for international affairs is such a privilege and I'm so grateful to YAIA for providing the platorm, through Future23 to do that."

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