2024 AILA Fresh Victoria Launches

August 8, 2024 Event

2024 AILA Fresh Victoria Launches

We recently launched the 2024 AILA Fresh VIC Mentorship at Spiire. Now in its 7th year, this program welcomed its largest cohort yet, with 30 mentors and 30 mentees.

The mentorship program aims to connect young landscape architects with experienced professionals, underscoring our commitment to nurturing the next generation of landscape architects.

Tian Liang, landscape architect in our Melbourne Studio and Chair of AILA Fresh VIC comments, “as I enter the second year as Chair of AILA Fresh, I’ve found immense enjoyment in the role, and I’m overwhelmed with a sense of gratitude for the profound impact it has on my life. Every step has been a precious opportunity for growth and self-discovery. I am genuinely excited to continue this journey, eager to make meaningful contributions to the landscape architecture community while staying true to myself and inspiring others to do the same.”

We were thrilled to see returning mentors, new faces, and even former mentees stepping into mentor roles, showcasing the program’s full-circle impact.

The program was attended by 30 mentees from the University of Melbourne, RMIT University, and Deakin University representing diverse backgrounds, alongside 30 mentors from renowned consultancies including, AECOM, Arup, ASPECT Studios, Beveridge Williams, City of Melbourne, Hansen Partnership, Hassell, Mesh Planning, McGregor Coxall, PlanE, Spiire, Thompson Berrill Landscape Design, Tract Consultants, Urban Initiatives, and academia from the University of Melbourne and RMIT University.

A woman is standing and speaking while holding a sheet of paper in front of a screen displaying the text "AILA Fresh Victoria 2024 Mentee Workshop." She has long hair and is wearing glasses and a black top with white patterned pants. A blurred audience is in the foreground.

A person stands and speaks into a microphone in front of a large screen displaying "AILA Fresh Victoria." In the background, the screen shows an image of two individuals sitting and working together at a table with plants visible in the foreground, marking the vibrant launch of AILA Fresh 2024.

A woman stands and speaks passionately at a conference table during a meeting. She gestures with her hands as several people seated around the table listen attentively. The room, featuring a modern design with glass walls and framed articles, buzzes with excitement as AILA Fresh Victoria launches 2024.

A diverse group of people, including Victoria, seated and standing in a modern, plant-filled room attentively watching a presentation in 2024. Some are taking notes or sipping drinks, and the atmosphere appears engaged and focused as they discuss AILA's innovations.

As part of AILA Fresh Victoria's 2024 launches, several others are also seated in the background.

A crowd of people watches a presentation in a dimly lit room. The slide on the screen displays the text "Djirra" and statistics about imprisonment rates, starting with "88% in Victoria" and "10% in Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander". AILA's 2024 speaker stands to the right, discussing Fresh Victoria initiatives.

A diverse group of people gather in a modern, well-lit indoor space. Some are engaged in conversation while holding drinks, while others are standing and listening. Fresh Victoria plants decorate the background and 2024 event papers on a table in the foreground add to the ambiance.

A close-up of people seated at a wooden table with printed materials in front of them. The focus is on hands resting on colorful, illustrated documents labeled "AILA 2024." The scene suggests a meeting or workshop setting. Other items, such as Fresh Victoria notebooks and small candies, are visible on the table.

Photo Credit: Jason Huang

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