The Australia Africa Network
The Africa Australia Network is an interdisciplinary group of academics, general staff and PhD students who are committed to enhancing the University of Sydney’s research linkages and collaborations in Africa, along with the Australian government’s re-engagement initiatives in Africa.
The Network provides an institutional home for cross-sectoral collaboration between researchers, government bodies and the business community with a focus on agriculture, governance, law and health, which mirrors the Australian government’s focus for Africa.
Mission
The mission of the Australia Africa Network is to promote interdisciplinary research, teaching and training on topics related to Africa. The Network brings together a professional group within the University of Sydney that can provide expertise on African issues to policy makers, non-governmental organisations and the business community. The Network hopes to establish the University of Sydney as the leading institution in Australia for the expansion of Australia’s re-engagement in Africa.
Forum
The University of Sydney hosted an International Forum on Africa on 13 May 2011, attended by then Foreign Minister Kevin Rudd and delegates from Africa.
Contact the network
International Development Manager, Africa
Dr Nesrin Varol
T: 9351 8755
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