The Australia-Vietnam Leadership Dialogue delivers a Young Leadership Dialogue each year with locations rotating between the two countries. The Dialogue involves a five-day, residential program that brings together 20 highly influential, visionary, young leaders under 35 (10 from Australia and 10 from Vietnam). The program is an opportunity for Delegates to not only deepen the bilateral relationship but also undergo a transformative experience to accelerate their leadership skills and impact journey. Through the program and by being part of a powerful alumni network, Delegates will build the skills and connections to shape and strengthen their countries and the region in the coming decades.

This year the theme is "Evolution: The next 50 years". The program will challenge our Delegates  to think more critically and deeply about their role and responsibility in supporting Australia, Vietnam and the bilateral relationship. Delegates will address key issues and topics relating to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and reflect on how their respective countries and the bilateral relationship can continue to achieve sustainable development.

This is a particularly important year marking the momentous milestone of the 50th anniversary of the Australia-Vietnam bilateral relationship. The AVLD will be incorporating these celebrations into our programs and engagements this year.