A glimpse into the inspiring journeys of our NextGen Program graduates. As we connect and rejoice in their success, we are committed to nurturing the next generation of Global Australians.
Marita Cheng
From one of our original mentor programs, Marita Cheng is in the news: Generative AI to Inspire the Next Generation of Girls in STEM. Young Australian of the Year 2012, roboticist and girls in technology advocate Marita Cheng has written a book using generative artificial intelligence. The book is the world’s first children’s book memoir using generative AI. Cheng generated 10,400 images over 8 months to create this 42-page book. You can hear an ABC interview with Marita here.
Isobel Barry
From the Feb 2022 cohort, Isobel Barry shares her news in a postcard from Berlin.
Postcard from Berlin: Start-ups want your international experience
Mayura Wagle
From the May 2023 cohort, Mayura Wagle shares her experience of moving overseas.
Postcard from Singapore: Mastering the art and science of networking
Out and about
June 2023 – Brekkie with a side of insightful conversation! 🥞 Hugo Umbers and Jack Naylor catch up in Zurich and share their passion for robotics, AI and space. 🤖 
July 2023 – Former NextGen graduates (L to R) Lia Zhang, Abigail Widjaja, Andrew Trinh, and Jessica Cong, gathered in Sydney to catch up over dinner and drinks! 🍻
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