IGNITECON AIESEC VICTORIA
Regional Induction Conference 2015 13 - 15 March
Ignite your future
WELCOME Hey AIESEC! Welcome to AIESEC Victoria’s Regional Induction Conference 2015! The purpose of this conference is for you to gain a more in-depth and holistic perspective into our organisation, what we do, and why we do it. Conferences are integral to our culture and is one of my favourite things in AIESEC! You have the opportunity to make new friends, learn new things, and immerse yourself in our unique organisation. But really, the magic happens in those conversations that you have with others. Last year, I was fortunate enough to represent AIESEC Australia at Asia Pacific Conference in The Philippines. There, I had a very interesting conversation with one national committee member of AIESEC Indonesia. We talked about our country, our aspiration for it and all. It made me realise that I haven't done a lot for my country and inspired me to change and do more. Since then, I have started volunteering again with a local NGO in my hometown and have been trying to expand operations of the alumni network I started a couple of years ago to increase English literacy in the city. I hope this conference will give you the opportunity to have powerful and insightful conversations in order to ignite a change. However, more importantly, have plenty of fun! AIESECly yours, Felix Lau (OCP)
OUR INVITATION JOSHUA SOLOMONSZ
SUSMITHA GHATTY
State Manager (Victoria)
Local Committee President (Monash)
We invite you to...
We invite you to...
experience the passion and energy of over 200 multicultural youth driven to make a change in the world.
take this challenging and exciting journey with us, to make a world a better place one experience at a time.
LACHLAN BACHE
CATHY NGUYEN
Local Committee President (Melbourne)
Local Committee President (RMIT)
We invite you to...
We invite you to...
become part of an exciting network of students and learn how AIESEC can be a tool to shape your future.
cultivate a journey that you want to take and discover how you can make a change to the world by changing yourself.
CONFERENCE TEAM
VIVIENNE ZHU
WILLIAM LAM
FELIX LAU
WILSON ZHENG
KALIDU WIJESUNDARA
OCVP Sponsorship
OCVP Logistics & Delegate Servicing
Organising Committee President
OCVP Marketing
OCVP Finance
“Kindness, just like smiles, are contagious, so don’t be afraid to show it.”
“This will be an exciting, motivating and eyeopening experience.”
“I think I should go back to when I was 14 and re-evaluate my life.”
“Once you see results, it becomes an addiction.”
“Life is food.”
VENUE This year’s regional induction conference will be held at the beautiful Camp Rumbug. It is located in the majestic hills of South Gippsland, two hours from Melbourne and set in 200 acres of glorious temperate rainforest overlooking WIlsons Promontory National Park.
PGL CAMP RUMBUG 90 Dollar Woorarra West Road Foster North VIC 3960
TRANSPORTATION All delegates, unless otherwise expressed are expected to catch the bus from the chosen pick up point outside Building A on Queens Avenue at Monash University Caulfield Campus (see map below). Please make sure you arrive on time to help us make the journey to the venue as smooth as possible!
PICK UP Date: Friday 13 March Time: 1:00 p.m.
DROP OFF Date: Sunday 15 March Time: 8:30 p.m
If you have any questions or queries, don’t hesitate to contact OCVP Logistics & Delegate Servicing William: william.lam@aiesec.net or 0414 258 132 Note: The pick up point may change. Please keep an eye out for changes to the rendezvous in your local committee page.
WHAT TO PACK Warm & Comfy Conference Clothing - Bring enough for three days and two nights Sleeping bag - Duvets and blankets will not be provided at the site so be prepared! Water Bottle - There will be drinkable water from taps and we want you to stay hydrated and healthy Toiletries (towels, toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo) - Anything else you need to feel fresh for the day! Notebook & Pens - To take notes during sessions Medication - As required, please let the OC know as well if you have any medical conditions Extra Snacks - Energy drinks, chocolate bars, lollies or any extra food to keep your energy levels up Party costumes - If you are that one kid who always ‘forgets’ to bring a costume, you will be punished (no kidding)... Consider yourself warned Electronic devices & chargers - Take what’s necessary. Try not to pack your home theatre, 3D printer or Transformer watch Yourself! - Please pack your can do attitude, live the moment, enjoy the experience. Be in the sessions not just at the sessions
AGENDA
Note: Agenda times are not entirely accurate and may change during the day.
PARTY THEMES HAWAIIAN LUAU PARTY
LOCAL COMMITTEE PRIDE
Friday night
Saturday night
Put on your best grass dress, chuck on some leis and cover yourself up in coconut bras because we are bringing the tropics to the conference! How low can you really go?
It doesn’t matter how much money you have in your account or how many TNs you can or cannot match, prepare yourselves for our skolling night! Wear your LC costumes and bring your A-game to prove who is truly the best in the region!
PIRATES MELBOURNE
HIPSTERS & HIPPIES LA TROBE Warning: Punishments for those who do not follow the dress code.
DEMONS RMIT
GANGSTERS MONASH
VIKINGS VIC UNI
NINJAS SWINBURNE
FAQs What is IgniteCon? IgniteCon is the name of this year’s Regional Induction Conference in Victoria which introduces you to AIESEC’s organisation and aims to develop responsible leaders for our society. How much is the delegate’s fee? The delegates fee is $185. This includes food, transport and accommodation for three days and two nights. How do I apply as delegate? The registration closes on the 11th of March 2015 23:59. You can check out the registration link on the Facebook page or apply here: http://goo.gl/FLDRTt Will the delegate’s fee be discounted if I arrive late/leave early/skip breakfast? Unfortunately no, there will not be any discounts for such circumstances. Are there any subsidies available for me? Quite possibly. Please contact your Local Committee President for more information on subsidies. I cannot find my question here! If you have other concerns about the conference, please write an email to William Lam (william.lam@aiesec.net)
OUR SPONSORS
CARMAN’S KITCHEN My passion for food started in 1992 when I was an 18-year-old first-year university student. My part-time job was making homemade muesli for a very small business that supplied a few cafes and delis around Melbourne. It's amazing where life can lead you‌ One day I was told that I was going to lose my job as the business was to be sold. I immediately thought, "You could buy this little business! You love the muesli and you make it already!" My offer of $1,000 was eventually accepted and Carman's was born. It was a life changing decision. Finishing my degree proved challenging as I made deliveries before morning lectures and balanced the books in the library during lunch breaks. Twenty years on, Carman's muesli, muesli bars, rounds, oats, porridge and clusters are now available in all major supermarkets across Australia. We still supply all of those same delis and cafes as before, as well as exporting to over 32 countries around the globe. As a mother of four young children, my passion for real food with real ingredients is stronger than ever. I am so proud of what Carman's has become. I hope you share my passion and enjoyment of Carman's too!
OUR SPONSORS
PANCAKE PARLOUR The LOVELY! Lady says: “Pancakes should be made to the following standards and never vary. The batter is lightly beaten and left slightly lumpy to trap air in the mix, so that it rises on the hotplate, producing a light, fluffy, golden-brown pancake. This is achieved by pouring the pancake mix onto a lightly oiled 190° hotplate. After 90 seconds, bubbles should appear and dry edges form. The pancake should then be turned with a wide spatula and left for a further 60 seconds cooking the centre to perfection." THE STORY OF THE LOVELY! LADY The image of a girl holding up a fork has become synonymous with The Pancake Parlour restaurants over the past four decades. Artist Peter Von Czarnecki adapted a woodcut from a long-defunct British magazine advertisement for “Harleen for the Hair.” Von Czarnecki replaced the comb in the lady’s hand with a fork and underneath emblazoned the simple word LOVELY! The LOVELY! Lady logo was born and seen on such unlikely places as the helmets of the US Soldiers in Vietnam, the snowmobiles of the Australian contingent in Antarctica and the giant hot air balloons of Roger Meadmore in the skies over Europe during the world championships.
OUR SPONSORS
CROYDON NEWSAGENCY Croydon Newsagency provide services in a wide range of stationery and cards. In the hub of Main Street, it is easy to get to from the train station and with many cafes around, why not grab a newspaper and a coffee in the morning? There is also a copying service available a well as newspaper and business deliveries available.