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From fostering sustainable practices at flagship events like the one-year-long campaign Sạch Sành Sanh, Careers Festival and Green Economy Forum & Exhibition, to driving inclusivity through the Accessibility Design Competition, we have consistently pushed boundaries to create meaningful change. Through transformative mentorship programs, career development workshops, and strategic partnerships with industry leaders, we have equipped our students with the tools to excel in an ever-evolving world.
Our achievements this year are a testament to the dedication of my teams and the unwavering support of our industry partners. Together, we celebrated milestones like the Ralph McIntosh, the Passion with Purpose and the Living RMIT's Values Awards, which honor our commitment to excellence, innovation, and community impact. As you explore this report, we hope you feel inspired by the steps we have made and the foundations we have built for an even brighter future.
Thank you to all our stakeholders for being an integral part of this journey and for your support in shaping the next generation of leaders and innovators. A heartfelt thanks to my incredible team, whose dedication and pursuit of excellence continue to inspire and drive success year after year.
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Our commitment to minimizing environmental impact during the event was significant. We pioneered the use of cardboard materials for the CAIR booth, reduced the companies' booth backdrop dimensions by 40% and partnered with XanhSM to promote eco-friendly transportation to the event.
RMIT's academics also participated in sustainability discussions during the conference sessions, further emphasizing RMIT's commitment to sustainability at this event.
The successful conclusion of the GEFE 2024 saw over 8,000 visitors, including industry partners, students, and government VIPs.
In commemoration of Vietnamese Women's Day, CAIR initiated a panel discussion themed "Women In Action". The event brought together women from various backgrounds, including a pilot, a writer/coach, and a businesswoman. Attendees from all walks of life gathered to learn from and be inspired by these successful women.
By fostering community engagement and celebrating diverse contributions, we can create a more inclusive and innovative world. Every effort, big or small, contributes to a brighter future for all. Let's continue to drive positive change together!
In collaboration with RMIT Wellbeing, P&G, and Microsoft, the competition engaged with industry partners from 35 companies, and mentors from disability support organizations or individuals with disabilities. The ADC Finale also welcomed 18 judges who are top managers from large enterprises such as Puratos, UNICEF, and the British Consulate-General.
With a focus on creating a music library platform for individuals who are blind or have visual impairments, The Great Musica from Fulbright University emerged as the ADC 2024 winner. Meanwhile, the RepectAbility team from RMIT University secured victory in the Microsoft ASEAN AI Accessibility Hackathon 2024 Vietnam with their AI-integrated glasses project, enabling the translation of body language and facial expressions into accessible feedback.
The inspirational stories shared by the speakers sparked numerous exchanges and interactions among the audience, creating an atmosphere filled with empowerment and inspiration.
Through this initiative, we aspire to a future where women find boundless support and empowerment to shine brightly and achieve their dreams!
the Internship Enhancement Series is designed to enhance essential skills, provide practical advice, and instill the right mindset to prepare students for their internships.
Our Meet Your Employer series goes a step further by facilitating direct interactions between students and leading employers. This initiative serves as a platform for students to gain insights into companies and their recruiting positions to further enhance their employability.
These mentors hailed from diverse roles and represented organisations like PwC, Nestlé, Heineken Vietnam, ensuring that mentees benefited from a broad spectrum of expertise and insights. Our diverse mentor-mentee pairings provided tailored support, with all mentees reporting improved career knowledge and over 90% expressing satisfaction.
On the mentors' side, 96% rated meetings as satisfactory or better, appreciating the proactive and respectful approach of the mentees.
Throughout 2024, 90 mentors and 520 students engaged in various Mentoring events. Programs such as Leadership Express, Career Inside Out, and the Global Business Career Fast Track demonstrated the program's success in blending mentorship with practical networking and career development activities.
One highlight of the team was the Careers Festival, featuring the Careers Inside Out series and Bootcamp. Students were eager engage with mentors and passionately pitch their innovative sustainable solutions to Maersk and Highlands Coffee. The Job Shop was also uplifted with digital devices and more space to support 2,490 students as the first point of contact for careers support.
A huge kudos to our dedicated team for uniting towards common goals of supporting students to gain the knowledge, skills, experience, and opportunities they need to achieve their career goals.
Looking ahead, 2025 will introduce the Career Roadmap, aligning workshops and initiatives with the Explore, Develop, and Transition stages, and enhancing existing programs to further support students’ professional growth and career readiness.
Furthermore, our own initiatives, such as the Industry Talk series featuring ZaloPay and Kashew, and Career Talk sessions with Tiffany & Co. Vietnam, where top-level executives engaged, significantly enriched students with invaluable real-world insights and experiences.
A noteworthy development in our 2024 activities has been the extension of Career Talk discussions to encompass the non-governmental and non-profit sectors. These sessions included prominent organisations such as Save The Children, Teach for Vietnam, MSD, and CNCF, providing students with a deeper understanding of thriving within this field and underscoring our dedication to amplifying community impact.
The program also included a Future-led Design Thinking workshop with students from the National University of Singapore and networking activities with industry professionals.
This exclusive experience allowed participants to gain a holistic understanding of sustainability in business, develop problem-solving and innovation skills, and recognize the importance of continuous learning for career growth. Leading this initiative has marked a significant milestone in our collaboration with essential stakeholders in the Region, opening doors to a multitude of potential partnerships in the future.
In its second phase, the platform introduced a new classification Industry Partnered Learning system, extending its functionality to allow Schools to record and manage Industry Partnered Learning activities.
We have significantly enhanced our ability to stay connected with each other. Our alumni have made substantial contributions to learning and teaching. Participation in our community activities has soared, creating a vibrant and engaged network. We have hosted impactful events that have strengthened our reputation and connections. Together, we have achieved so much, and it's all thanks to your continuous support and dedication.
Thank you for being an integral part of our journey. Here's to many more years of togetherness and achievement!
Through the collective efforts of our community, we have achieved a remarkable feat, covering thousands of kilometers and planting over 1,000 trees at Binh Chau Phuoc Buu Nature Reserve and Phuc Tien Primary School in Hanoi. This initiative showcases the power of unity in creating a greener environment.
575 children at three shelters were benefited from this program.
CAC serves as a playground for RMIT students, alumni, and all public participants to showcase their talent, passion, and innovative perspectives through various forms of artistic expression.
company that is revolutionizing the recycling process.
They have successfully recycled over 1.3 billion plastic
bottles, reducing the use of fossil fuels and promoting
a circular economy.
By gathering alumni who share an interest in responsible
production at the business level, this factory tour
provides our alumni with green practices from Duy
Tan Recyclings Corporations in filtering and recycling
commercial trashes.
It aims to feature the initiatives toward sustainability and improving ESG practices in Vietnam, inspire every individuals to go green and live green in this fast paced world.
