Leadership
Bijay Sapkota is one of Australia’s most trusted leader and well recognised for his gifted ability to lead himself, others and societal change. Inspired by his thought leadership, He has been appointed as the National President of Council of International Students Australia (CISA) to lead for change through his lived experiences in improving the lives of International students. His exceptional leadership qualities has empowered him to participate in several conferences, seminars, workshops and in-house meetings.
He has set an example for others through his thought-provoking, attention grabbing leadership style that has inspired people to create real change. He is without a doubt one of the most influential leaders and professional speakers of all times.
Student Employability Seminar organised by CIS
CISA organised the Employability webinar with the intention to educate International students and skilled graduates with the hiring process. It also focussed on utilising student skills for business innovation.
Australian Qualification Framework Review
Representative of CISA, Bijay Sapkota met with representatives of Australian Qualifications Framework Review (AQF) to discuss the importance of credit recognition of co-curricular activities and issues around the accreditation of institutions.
Sydney Protest by Food Delivery Riders
CISA has advocated in various student protests to show solidarity against students’ concerns and challenges. Bijay Sapkota spoke in favor of students at the Food Delivery rider’s protest against low pay and poor conditions riders face.
Future Collaboration between Unions NSW and CISA meet
CISA President, Bijay grasps every opportunity in the interest of bettering student’s lives. He discusses student issues with Jack Boutros from Unions NSW surrounding Workplace Exploitation and Travel Concession and explores opportunities for collaboration.
Nepalese diplomats and community representatives meet
Bijay has a track record of connecting with student associations, organisations and representatives to collaborate in favor of international students rights and wellbeing. He spoke to Nepalese diplomats and community representatives to discuss their efforts in support of International Students.
Universities Australia Higher Education Conference
National President ,Bijay Sapkota participated in Universities Australia Higher education conference in Canberra to speak about the future of education.
Welcoming Education minister at CISA Final Assembly meeting
CISA welcomed the Education minister at its final assembly meeting to throw some light on the International education sector of Australia. As part of the discussion, Bijay Sapkota expressed his viewpoints about the education sector and voiced concerns in the best interests of students.
Bijay takes the podium at ISANA student centric program
ISANA, a student representative body organised a student centric program to raise awareness about the safety and wellbeing of International students. As part of the program, Bijay Sapkota expressed his support for students by talking about Workplace Exploitation and International Students Engagement in Institutional Governance/Decision Making.
Bijay talks at TEQSA conference along with the National Presidents of Student Representative Bodies
Bijay Sapkota takes the podium at Tesco Conference 2018 along with other National Presidents of Student Representative bodies to discuss the importance of student engagement in institutional governance and the value of the investment that International students make coming to Australia.
Bijay organises first ever International Student Success forum (ISSF)
Bijay Sapkota took the lead in organizing the first-ever International Student Success Forum (ISSF) at the University of Sydney to discuss the Importance of Student Engagement in Institutional Governance & Workplace Exploitation Issues and resolutions.
Bijay throws light on International Student experiences at English Australia Conference in Sydney
Bijay Sapkota delivered a powerful presentation at the English Australia Conference about the international student experiences while touching briefly upon their social, academic and professional lives in Australia.
Bijay Sapkota takes the stage at the APIEF Conference in the Capitol
Bijay Sapkota highlights CISA’s key priorities which include focusing on International Student engagement in universities to better comprehend student issues while improving the quality and reputation of the institution.
Negotiating terms and opportunities for next CISA National Conference
CISA President Bijay Sapkota and Vice President Ralph Teodoro with Study Perth staff, CISA W.A State Advisory Committee in Perth, Western Australia – negotiated the terms and discussed potential opportunities on how to best blossom the next CISA National conference.
CISA Hour, brand new initiative organised to celebrate multiculturalism in Australia
CISA President Bijay Sapkota and Vice President Ralph Teodoro with Study Perth staff, CISA W.A State Advisory Committee in Perth, Western Australia – negotiated the terms and discussed potential opportunities on how to best blossom the next CISA National conference.
Bijay Sapkota along with student leaders across Australia discuss how students can be influential within their Institutions
Bijay Sapkota highlights CISA’s key priorities which include focusing on International Student engagement in universities to better comprehend student issues while improving the quality andCISA President Bijay Sapkota and Vice President Ralph Teodoro with Study Perth staff, CISA W.A State Advisory Committee in Perth, Western Australia – negotiated the terms and discussed potential opportunities on how to best blossom the next CISA National conference. reputation of the institution.
CISA Information session
Bijay Sapkota coupled with other CISA representatives attended the Victoria State Committee Information session at Study Melbourne Student Centre to enlighten attendees about what CISA and its purpose. Bijay adds, the purpose of CISA is to advocate for the interests and needs of International Students, provide a medium for consulting and engaging with International students, facilitating network building among stakeholders with an interest in supporting international students.
Bijay Sapkota invited to talk about the future of International Students in Australia
CISA National President, Bijay Sapkota was invited at Australian International Education Conference in 2018 to talk about the employment, career prospects and future of International Students in Australia. He further enlightens International students on their significant contribution to the Australian economy.
CISA marks a historic moment by signing the long due agreement
CISA marks a historic moment by signing the long due MOU with ISANA which has been in discussion for two long years. This MOU will be pivotal to the collaboration between CISA and ISANA for the betterment of International students in Australia, says Bijay.
Bijay comments on the recent surge in International students moving to regional institutions
Bijay Sapkota discuses about the advantages and setbacks concerning the recent surge in the International students moving to regional and preferring to study in regional institutions. He suggests that relaxing lifestyle, personalised university experience, beautiful natural scenery and additional perks for migration are among the top reasons International students favour regional institutions over studying in major cities.
Bijay Sapkota talks about Student Bullying and Wellbeing at a Conference in Sydney
CISA National President Bijay Sapkota reveals a Case study on unique challenges and recent findings related to International students and bullying/mental health issues at a conference in Sydney.
