Young Diplomats Society
Past Events
Scott Flower on Personal Safety and Security
8th August 2017
Delivered in an intimate workshop format, Scott Flower shared his experiences and provided his advice on the types of personal safety and security issues you can be exposed to, and the measures you can take to maximise your chance of remaining safe in a hostile situation or environment. The workshop covered topics such as learn about field deployment, personal security, developing and sustaining field relations, dealing with corruption, cyber security and personal communications and mechanisms for coping with stress.
Julian McMahon AC SC on International Law and Diplomacy
15 March 2018
As a strong opponent of the death penalty and a human rights advocate, Julian McMahon AC SC has depicted an unrelenting commitment to Australian’s facing capital punishment abroad. He shared his insights on the impacts of rising populism as well as describing his experiences in working pro-bono for death-row defendants including Forbes in Sudan and members of the Bali Nine, Andrew Chan and Myuran Sukumaran.
Julian Burnside AO QC on Australian Refugee Policy
8th August 2017
Julian Burnside AO QC has been one of the leading voices for human rights and Australia's treatment of refugees. He practises primarily in commercial litigation and trade practices, but has become widely known for his firm opposition to the mandatory detention of asylum seekers. In 2009, he was made an Officer of the Order of Australia for his service as a human rights advocate, particularly for refugees and asylum seekers, to the arts as a patron and fundraiser, and to the law.
26th April 2017
YDS's first event of the year in partnership with the US Consulate featured US Vice Consul Migael Penix. Migael gave students an insight into his career as a diplomat, detailing his experiences working in Kingston, Jamaica, Mexico City and Melbourne.
NGOs in International Relations: A Discussion with Tim Costello
11th October 2016
Visiting our members in October, Tim Costello delivered a passionate speech detailing his life career, culminating with his recent work for international organisation World Vision. Mr. Costello gave valuable advice for pursuing an internationally focused career, and participated in a Q&A session to end the evening.
An Evening with Gareth Evans
14th April 2016
Young Diplomats Society was privileged to be officially launched by The Hon. Gareth Evans who shared his preeminent experience on the international stage with our members. Professor Evans was Australia's foreign minister from 1988-96, and from 2000-2009 was President of the International Crisis Group.
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And edited version of Gareth's speech was published in the conversation.