International Specialised Skills Institute
International Specialised Skills Institute | Funding Fellowships to upskill Australia
22165043213
VIC 3053
issinstitute.org.au
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International Specialised Skills Institute
The International Specialised Skills Institute (ISS Institute) is an Australian nonprofit organisation established in 1991 to address skills shortages by funding specialised training and applied research fellowships. Founded by Sir James Gobbo AC CVO and collaborators, it supports professionals in acquiring international expertise through its Overseas Applied Research Fellowship Program[2][5].
Mission and Activities
The Institute provides fellowships for Australians across industries such as artisan trades, education, environmental sustainability, heritage conservation, and energy innovation[3][5]. Fellows receive financial support to study best practices abroad and disseminate their findings through reports, workshops, and training programs[3][5]. Over 580 fellows from 75+ sectors have participated, impacting policy and industry standards[2][4].
Fellowship Programs
Key initiatives include the George Alexander Foundation Fellowship Program, which awards five annual grants of $15,000 each for early-career professionals in fields like lost trades manufacturing and alternative energy[3]. Fellowships emphasize knowledge transfer, requiring participants to publish detailed reports and recommend curriculum improvements[5].
Impact
A 2017–2018 evaluation by Swinburne University’s Centre for Social Impact highlighted the program’s role in driving sectoral innovation and economic development[4]. The Institute’s work has informed vocational training, conservation practices, and industry advancements, fostering a "better skilled Australia"[1][2].
Governance and Partnerships
Collaborating with governments, educational institutions, and industry bodies, the ISS Institute bridges gaps between international expertise and local workforce needs[5]. Its model prioritizes practical, scalable outcomes, ensuring fellows’ research influences policy and community practices[4][5].
[1] https://www.issinstitute.org.au [2] https://www.issinstitute.org.au/about-us [3] https://georgealexander.org.au/our-programs/fellowship/iss-institute/ [4] https://www.swinburne.edu.au/research/centres-groups-clinics/centre-for-social-impact-swinburne/our-research/international-special-skills-institute/ [5] https://vta.vic.edu.au/international-specialised-skills-institute-issi/
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We are delighted to announce that Mason Family Trust Fellow, Luke Price (@__luke__price__ ) has published his Fellowship report: The Dying Art of Silver Mirrors. Luke Price is the Director of a bespoke mirror manufacturing studio and one of the only Silverers in Australia. Through his Mason Family Trust Fellowship, Luke was able to refine and validate his silvering practice, gaining international recognition and renewed confidence in his craft. Engaging with European artisans expanded both his technical skill and his role as an educator and advocate for handmade mirrors. The Fellowship sparked collaborations, workshops, and a broader business vision, positioning him as a leader in reviving this endangered practice in Australia. His research into historic and contemporary silvering techniques has shaped new creative directions, while his outreach and teaching efforts aim to preserve and share this vanishing artform, laying the groundwork for silvering’s revival and long-term preservation in contemporary practice. 🔗 Tap the link in our bio to read Luke’s report 3. Puddle Mirror VII for @cordonsalon 4. Experimenting in the silvering ceramic surfaces with @jameslemon #fellow #fellowship #skills #upskill #bestpractice #travel #research #skillsgap #industrydevelopment #music #art #design #stainedglass #traditionalart #artist #artisan #education #heritage #traditional (fb)
It was a pleasure to visit Future Ambition, showing now @craftvictoria, displaying the work of two incredibly talented and innovative ISS Institute Fellows: 2023 @gaf_community Fellow, @frenchjessie 2023 Mason Family Trust Fellow, @daphne_mvp Jessie works towards informing the Australian public of the environmental and human harm petrochemical plastics hold. Her petrochemical free vinyl is an introduction into the possibilities of new materials. Daphne showcases learnings from her Fellowship in her prototype rag paper wallpaper, as part of her practice @dnj_paper., raising awareness of Australia’s overconsumption in the fashion industry. (fb)
Poslední komentáře
What an amazing initiative! Empowering Australians to gain global skills and share their knowledge back home is such a fantastic way to bridge the skills gap! 🌍✈️ #SkillsExchangedetail |
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I'm so inspired by the work you do! Supporting fellows to learn abroad not only enhances their careers but also enriches our Australian community as a whole. Keep up the great work! 🙌💼 #FellowshipJourneydetail |
Poslední diskuze
1. How can the International Specialised Skills Institute enhance collaboration between returning fellows and local industries to ensure their learnings are effectively integrated into Australian workplaces?Odpovědí: 3, Naposledy před 1 den detail |
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2. In what ways can the impact of international fellowships be measured to demonstrate their success in addressing the skills shortage in Australia?Odpovědí: 3, Naposledy před 1 den detail |
V okolí
4.5
VIC 3053
O společnosti
- B30, Q20 -
Home About Us Impact Apply for a Fellowship Current Fellows Fellowship Reports FAQs The Skills Exchange Podcast Support Us Events Privacy News Contact Videos Newsletter Archive More International VET Practitioner Fellowships Applications open Thursday 1 May and close Thursday 17 July 1159pm. Round 2 2025 International SpecialisedSkillsInstitute Funding Fellowship for Australians to increase their skills by travelling overseas to learn report share their knowledge. The International Specialised Skills Institute exists to encourage investment in specialised trades to address a skills shortage in Australia. We work with artists designers technicians educators care workers teachers and innovators to ensure specialised lines of work continue to flourish in Australia.
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