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VASA aims to produce tomorrow’s leader through younger generations in the Afghanistani-Australian community.

We will work together with professional bodies and organisation to engage and expose young Australians from Afghanistan to a variety of leadership roles and growth opportunities. We aim to support and encourage second generation Australians from Afghanistan to reach their potential and become the best leaders representing their two cultural identities.

05/11/2026

✨ The countdown is on! Our Annual Graduate Gala is just around the corner, and we can’t wait to celebrate a night of talent, achievements and community.

🎟️ Tickets are available now! Make sure to secure yours before they sell out. You won’t want to miss this one!

A few exciting opportunities are still open:

🎤 Talent Showcase: Think you have a talent worth sharing? Sign up for our Talent Showcase and take the stage! Our top three performers will receive prizes, with winners voted for by the audience on the night.

🎓 Graduate Awards: Recently graduated from university in 2025 or 2026? We want to celebrate your hard work and achievements! Register your interest to be recognised and receive an award on the night.

Whether you’re coming to celebrate, perform or be recognised, there’s a place for you at this year’s Gala.

🌐 Head to our website for all the details, including ticket purchases, talent registrations, graduate award EOI and everything else you need to know about the event.

Don’t miss out. Grab your tickets and be part of the celebration! 🤍

01/11/2026

🎓 VASA’s Annual Graduate Gala
| Graduate EOI NOW OPEN! ✨

Calling all 2025 & 2026 university graduates! 🥂

We’re so excited to celebrate your achievements, recognise your hard work and mark this special milestone with an evening dedicated to you.

If you’ve graduated in 2025 or 2026, we’d love to have you join us!

Graduate Expression of Interest forms are now OPEN! Head to the link in our bio to register your interest.

📅 November 28, 2026
📍 Crown Venue & Events, Clyde North

More details about the evening and its theme coming soon. We can’t wait to celebrate with you! 🤍

16/09/2026

🎙️ Career Panel Spotlight | Barakat Rezai

From being discouraged from pursuing law because English wasn’t his first language, to being admitted into the legal profession. ⚖️

At our Annual Career Panel, Barakat Rezai, a Principal Solicitor specialising in Personal Injury Law, shared the journey that led him to where he is today.

After receiving his Year 12 results, Barakat earned his place in law school. Breaking into the profession wasn’t immediate, it took time to secure that first interview-but he continued pushing forward.

He reflected on when he was admitted to the legal profession , describing it as one of the most memorable moments in a lawyer’s life.

A powerful reminder not to let someone else’s perception of your “limitations” determine what you pursue. 🎓⚖️

🎥 More Career Panel highlights coming soon!

10/09/2026

🎙️ Career Panel Spotlight | Arif Karimi

Your grades might not be listed in the job description- but that doesn’t mean they won’t matter when the opportunity comes!

At our Annual Career Panel, Arif Karimi, a Site Engineer currently working on Melbourne’s Suburban Rail Loop, shared an important reminder for students: put in the work from day one.

While employers may not advertise a minimum GPA, graduate and early-career applications can still ask for your academic transcript. Arif’s message? Work hard now so that when the right opportunity comes, you’re in a position to take it. 🎓🚇

🎥 More Career Panel highlights coming soon!

08/09/2026

🎙️ Career Panel Spotlight | Farzana Qasimi

Every client starts with a blank piece of paper. 📝

During our Annual Career Panel, Farzana, a Provisional Psychologist, shared how working with students from diverse backgrounds has taught her that no two individuals, experiences or needs are the same.

Drawing on both psychology and her Islamic Studies, Farzana spoke about the importance of practising cultural humility and approaching each person with openness, curiosity and a willingness to learn. 🤍

🎥 More Career Panel highlights coming soon!

05/09/2026

🎙️ Career Panel Spotlight | Shuki Sharafi

From liquidations and court proceedings to lodgements and navigating conversations with frustrated directors, working in insolvency and restructuring is anything but predictable.

At VASA’s Annual Career Panel, Shuki Sharafi, an Insolvency & Restructuring Supervisor, shared a glimpse into the realities of the profession and the challenges that come with the role.

🎥 More Career Panel highlights coming soon!

25/07/2026

🚀 Looking to kickstart your career?

Join us at the VASA Career Panel to hear from industry professionals, gain valuable insights, and expand your network.

📅 Sunday, 2nd August
🕙 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Don’t miss this opportunity, we’ll see you there! 💼

16/07/2026

A few highlights from our Sports Carnival! 📸

Congratulations to all of our winners, and well done to everyone who participated.
It was great to see so much teamwork, and enthusiasm throughout the day.

Thank you all for joining us and being part of the day.

15/07/2026

A big thank you to everyone who joined us for VASA’s Sports Carnival!

Congratulations to all of our winners! 🏆
Your hard work, teamwork, and determination made every match exciting to watch.

A special thank you to our referees, volunteers, and everyone who supported the event. We truly couldn’t have done it without you.

We hope you all had an amazing day, and we can’t wait to see you again at our next Sports Carnival! ⚽🏐🏸

12/07/2026

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who made our annual Vasa Sports Carnival an absolute blast! Your energy and participation were incredible. 🙏

And now for a little fun... 😂 We’ve compiled some of the most... *creative* explanations from the day. From “referee issues” to “I didn’t know about the tournament” and the classic “I didn’t have breakfast” – get ready for a laugh! Which one is your favorite? Let us know in the comments!

Keep an eye out for more fun videos coming your way soon, and don’t forget to check our stories for the full day’s recap!

Address

400 Cheltenham Road
Keysborough, VIC
3173

Website

https://tr.ee/AHSGezbxDr

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