Where Are We Heading?

Dr Kate Brady | Dr Leah Lui-Chivizhe | Nevena Krups | Keshavi Charde |

Matt O'Kane | Dr Arian Prabowo

Join us for an evening of short talks from UNSW’s brightest minds that will urge you to think differently about how we might survive in our ever-changing world. Discover how to recover from with disasters, the power of friendship, the secrets of quantum computing, how AI will change the shape of our cities, the growing importance of cyber security and why we should be returning Ancestral Remains to their rightful owners.

Dr Kate Brady | Disasters are Awful: What Comes After Doesn't Have To Be

In a world increasingly besieged by disasters, Dr Kate Brady addresses whether we are ready for what comes after them. She paints a stark picture of the escalating frequency and intensity of calamities and calls for a radical shift in how we approach disaster recovery.

Dr Leah Lui-Chivizhe | From Torres Strait to Museums – and Home Again

The removal of Ancestral Remains from their homelands has left a lasting impact on Indigenous communities. Dr Leah Lui-Chivizhe shares her personal journey highlighting the importance of repatriating these ancestors for their families.

Nevena Krups | The Hidden Power of Friendships

Are friendships won and lost, collected like coins, tools to survive society or even politics? Nevena Krups takes us on a journey, revealing how the ancient art of friendship can become a powerful force to heal a fragmented society.

Keshavi Chard | A Journey Through the World of Quantum Mechanics

In the not too distant future exists a world where quantum algorithms can solve complex problems from cybersecurity to personalised medicine. Dive into the enigmatic world of quantum mechanics with Keshavi Charde as your guide.

Matt O'Kane | Cyber Education: Progress or Peril?

Cyberattacks are fast becoming our biggest global threat - so why aren’t we better prepared? Matt O’Kane critiques current cyber education methods and calls for a bold reimagining of how we prepare for the cyber threats of tomorrow.

Dr Arian Parabowo | AI and Urban Progress

In a world where urban congestion plagues our lives, Arian Prabowo examines how AI can transform urban progress. Prabowo envisions a future where algorithms optimise city transport, making our commutes faster while ensuring reliability.

This event is presented by the UNSW Centre for Ideas.

Leighton Hall is located inside the John Niland Scientia Building at UNSW Sydney's Kensington campus. Please note this is a live event only, and will not be available via livestream.

Wheelchair Access

The closest accessible drop off point to Leighton Hall is via Gate 11, Botany Street. More information on getting there can be found via our interactive accessibility map available here.

Assisted Listening

Leighton Hall utilises hearing assistive technology available. Patrons wishing to use this service must collect a Roger™ inductive neck loop receiver from the venue staff, and this system can be used with a hearing aid or cochlear implant with a T-coil, or with headphones.

Auslan & Captioning

Auslan interpreting services and/or live captioning can be provided for selected talks upon request.

Contact

To book and discuss access services, please call the Centre for Ideas on 02 9065 0485 or email [email protected].

Leighton Hall (John Niland Scientia Building) is easily accessible via public transport. The closest light rail stop is the UNSW High Street (L2 line) and the closes bus stop is UNSW Gate 14, Barker Street (303). For more information please call the Transport Infoline on 131 500 or visit transportnsw.info.

Free parking is also available in the Botany St Car Park (Gate 11) from 5.30pm. For access to free parking, event patrons must park in the UNSW Permit Holder bays, available on all levels. The Botany St Car Park (Gate 11) parking station is located here.

Paid casual and visitor parking is offered via the CellOPark App and ‘pay by plate meters’ in all other UNSW car parks. For more information head here.

For all enquiries please email [email protected] or call the Centre for Ideas on 02 9065 0485.

The Centre for Ideas is happy to receive phone calls via the National Relay Service. TTY users, phone 133 677, then ask for 02 9065 0485. Speak and Listen users, phone 1300 555 727 then ask for 02 9065 0485. Internet relay users, visit relayservice.gov.au, then ask for 02 9065 0485.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Leighton Hall, John Niland Scientia Building, UNSW Kensington, Sydney, Australia