'Asian Australian Voices': Pilot program empowers 21 professionals to shape future relations with Asia

Backdrop image: Asian Australian Voices is a new initiative announced by the Australian government/Right image: Jafrin Kabir works as its Program Manager. Credit: Credit: Supplied by Jafrin Kabir

Asia Society Australia’s pilot program, Asian Australian Voices, backed by the federal government, aims to bring fresh perspectives to national discussions and policymaking on Australia’s engagement with Asia. By drawing on the expertise and lived experiences of Asian Australians, the initiative seeks to enhance regional understanding and strengthen Australia’s global influence. In this podcast, SBS Hindi speaks with Program Manager Jafrin Kabir, who shares how the program will elevate the role and recognition of Asian Australians in shaping national discourse, particularly in the context of Australia’s relations with Asia.

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Published 28 March 2025 3:53pm

Updated 28 March 2025 4:45pm

By Natasha Kaul

Source: SBS

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Asia Society Australia’s pilot program, Asian Australian Voices, backed by the federal government, aims to bring fresh perspectives to national discussions and policymaking on Australia’s engagement with Asia. By drawing on the expertise and lived experiences of Asian Australians, the initiative seeks to enhance regional understanding and strengthen Australia’s global influence. In this podcast, SBS Hindi speaks with Program Manager Jafrin Kabir, who shares how the program will elevate the role and recognition of Asian Australians in shaping national discourse, particularly in the context of Australia’s relations with Asia.

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