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The Victorian International Education Advisory Council (IEAC) is a non-statutory committee that advises the Minister for Economic Growth and Jobs on issues and policies relating to Victoria’s international education sector.

The IEAC provides strategic advice on risks and opportunities for a more innovative and competitive international education sector, supports implementation and review of the government’s international education policy, and provides consultation through member stakeholder networks.

The Council has been refreshed for 2025–27, with the appointment of the Chair and 7 members.

Council membership includes:

MemberInstitution/Organisation
The Hon John Brumby AO (Chair) Chancellor, La Trobe University
Ms Jeanette CheahCo-Founder and CEO, Hacker Exchange
Ms Carolyn ChongDeputy Vice-Chancellor (Global and Engagement), Federation University
Ms Caryn NeryDirector, Transnational Education Partnerships, Victoria University
Mr Layton PikeInterim Deputy Vice-Chancellor, International and Engagement, RMIT University
Mr Grant RadfordCEO, Box Hill Institute
Ms Howell WilliamsChief Development Officer, Keypath Education
Ms Sunny YangVice President (International Engagement), Monash University
Group of council members
Council Chair and members. From left to right: Mr Grant Radford, Ms Caryn Nery, Ms Carolyn Chong, Ms Jeanette Cheah, The Hon John Brumby AO (Chair), Ms Sunny Yang, Mr Layton Pike, Ms Howell Williams.

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