Hello friend,
Are you excited for the Women’s World Cup next month? We sure are! Don’t forget to tag us (@Advance / #AlwaysAustralian) if you’re getting in on the action.
Also, mark your calendars for September 13th – the Global Australian Awards 🎉 are coming up, and consider hosting your own viewing party! You can check out all the GameChangers recognised through the years since 2012. And, for those of you who love to plan ahead, save the date for 🗓️ March 14th, 2024 for our next Gala Dinner in Sydney.
We’ve got some great brainfood for you, too! Two long-time supporters of Advance, Andrew Liveris AO and Dr Larry Marshall, have each written must-read books. Check them out 👇
Lastly, if you have an event, publication, or anything else you’d like to share with the Advance community, we’re all ears! Just let us know.
‘Till next time,
Johanna Pitman
CEO | Advance
WOMEN’S WORLD CUP FEVER
The 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup hosted by Australia and New Zealand is just weeks away, with some expecting it to be the most significant sporting event held on Australian soil since the Sydney Olympics! Aussie captain, Sam Kerr, tied at the top of the 10 highest rated players, raising hopes for the Matildas. See more excitement here!
AUSPICIOUS GLOBAL ACHIEVERS
Since 2012 Advance has recognised individuals achieving impact on the world stage in our annual Global Australian Awards. As we prepare to announce the 2023 GameChangers next month, this short video looks back at the 160+ GameChangers recognised over the last decade. Get ready to feel 🌟inspired🌟!
HOLIDAY READING SORTED
Two global Australian trailblazers serve up the perfect summer/winter read! Advance Judging Panel member and long-time supporter, Andrew Liveris AO presents Leading Through Disruption, a new leadership paradigm for resilience and agility in a rapidly changing world. And Advance Ambassador, Dr Larry Marshall unpacks how Australia’s world-class science can couple with innovation to grow our economy, in Invention to Innovation. 📚
CELEBRATE GLOBAL AUSSIES
Would you consider hosting a “viewing party” on Wednesday 13 September to watch the 2023 Global Australian Awards broadcast with other Australians? Satellite events can be big or small – and we can help you make it a success. Alternatively, watch the broadcast online by registering here!
INDIGENOUS ART NEAR YOU
An exhibition with Australia’s First Nations artists might be closer than you think with the Kluge-Ruhe Aboriginal Art Collection in Virginia, the D’Lan Contemporary now open in New York, and the Coe Gallery in Bristol. And check out this fascinating story behind the re-emergence of a painting by acclaimed Indigenous artist Kaapa Tjampitjinpa here.
KICKSTART A GLOBAL CAREER
Did you know the New Colombo Plan supports around 10,000 Australian undergraduates each year? This signature initiative of the Australian Government provides scholarships and internships to deepen Australia’s relationships in the Indo Pacific. 📢 Tell Aussie uni students in your circle about these global opportunities! Applications for 2024 open soon.
OUR IN-PERSON CELEBRATION
Our biggest event of the year brings together Advance GameChangers and local Australian decision-makers in Sydney to celebrate global careers. Save the date for the Advance Gala Dinner on 14 March 2024 and consider securing a table for you and friends! See 2023 Gala dinner highlights here.
READY FOR A CHANGE?
Look no further than the Advance jobs board! We update it frequently with new vacancies all over the world across all sorts of sectors. If you’re looking for something specific – whether it’s the type of work or country you’re moving to – you can also use keywords to find the perfect job. Check it out here.