Glen finds like minds at summit
A recent summit of the next generation of potential community leaders had talk and action,
as Glen Vollebregt reports.
Establishing networks and friendships with Australia’s next generation of leaders at the 100 Bright Young Minds (BYM) Summit at Macquarie University last month was an empowering experience.
I was able to connect with other young people, who seek to revamp Australia’s business, environmental and societal future by developing new social and business initiatives.
It was a privilege to be hosted and mentored by Hugh Evans, Young Australian of the Year 2004 and founder of the Oaktree Foundation, alongside other leading Australian social and business leaders and entrepreneurs. Keynote speakers included David Bassau, Senior Australian of the Year 2008 and Dr Simon Longstaff, Director of the St James Ethics Centre.
Training Australia’s next generation in financial literacy, connecting migrants and refugees to mainstream society and a political party for a youth-voice were some of the projects launched at the summit.
I’m studying a Masters of Journalism at UniSA, and the networking skills I have developed in the program helped me connect with delegates and speakers during the conference.
Past BYM summits have led to initiatives such as free university education for underprivileged youth and a program where corporations can "adopt" a developing village.
For more information about Bright Young Minds, visit their website.
Glen Vollebregt is Associate Regional Manager, North America in UniSA’s International unit.