Vo Truong Thinh wins “Australia - Unlocking potential” video competition

The videos reflect a range of experiences, including: how quickly Vietnamese students can adapt to Australian culture and education requirements; how students overcome personal difficulties while living overseas; how an Australian education and cultural experience creates new opportunities for personal growth and development; and how Australian alumni apply what they have learned in Australia to their work in Vietnam.

“I used to do what other people suggested and follow the dreams that other people said I should follow before I was lucky enough to have the chance to study in Melbourne. Now I am a different person. I have my own dream and I am chasing it. Now it’s time for you to follow yours. Thank you Melbourne”, shared Mr Vo Truong Thinh, the 1st prize winner.

At the ceremony held in Hanoi, Australian Ambassador to Vietnam, Mr Craig Chittick said: “I am very proud to know that Vietnamese students treasure their education and life experiences in Australia. We are committed to assisting Vietnam’s human resource development in various ways, including through our continued support for Australian alumni. It is always a pleasure to hear about the valuable contributions that Australian alumni make to Vietnam’s development after returning from study in Australia”.

The Australian Embassy in Vietnam is actively implementing Australia’s global alumni strategy. Education is at the heart of the bilateral relationship as more than 20,000 Vietnamese students studying in Australia and at least 50,000 alumni in Vietnam. These students and alumni bring to Vietnam a wealth of knowledge, expertise and influence.

The videos are available here for viewing. Cash prizes were awarded with sponsorship from Charles Darwin University and the Northern Territory Government Department of Trade, Business and Innovation./.