Young Leaders

The Young Leaders Network encourages talented young Kiwis in their efforts to build New Zealand’s links with Asia. Find out more about the group’s members and their activities.

A different sort of "tropical" sojourn

You don't think "tropical" when you think of Liverpool - not unless you're a doctor looking to expand your knowledge of tropical medicines.

Young leader Shynn Ooi is just such a doctor, and she recently completed a three-month diploma at the University of Liverpool's School of Tropical Medicines.

Now, she's looking to put some of her newfound knowledge to use in Central America.

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Young Leaders
Members of the Young Leaders Network

The Young Leaders Network

Find out how you can join the network and develop your Asia-related skills and contacts

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Linton Rathgen and Melissa Wong, who run an intermediate Chinese learning programme

Out and about: news from the network

Young leaders report back about their latest projects, travels and learning experiences

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Members of the network's advisory group

The young leaders community

Find out the people helping steer the network's direction, and how to connect with other young leaders

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Alice Wang taking part in the 2012 Dream programme in Indonesia

Opportunities for members

Funding, professional development and internships for network members

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Young leaders and food blogger/presenter Graci Kim

Featured members

Find out more about network members based in New Zealand and Asia

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