Career Advice: Dr Caldwell – Research Editor at the Lowy Institute (Stage 4, Stage 5, Stage 6, TAFE Students, Teacher, Parent)
The research Clare produces advises everyone from analysts to the Prime Minister, shaping the foreign policy that affects all Australians.
ACTIVITY OUTLINE:
Meet Dr Caldwell, Research Editor at the Lowy Institute and Deputy Editor of the Interpreter.
The research she produces advises everyone from analysts to the Prime Minister and his cabinet, shaping the domestic legislation and foreign policy that affects all Australians.
Dr Caldwell edits and oversees research on a huge range of research, especially on Australian foreign policy, covering everything from defense and the military to the shifting tectonics of the geopolitical landscape in the Asia Pacific, helping keep those in power informed.
Now, she’s here to talk to you about all aspects of her career, from the importance of rocking the boat in the workplace to doing her doctorate, the impact of social media and Big Tech on our democracy, being a woman in the workforce, working whilst raising a family and much more.
Only on Ikigai Network.
IS THIS A FREE EVENT? Yes
BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Ikigai Network
Event Details
Event Type
On Demand (available until: 22-Jun-2028 11:30PM)
Delivery Platform
Duration
Price
FREE
Curriculum
Secondary
Main KLA, Strand, Sub Strand
Careers
Other KLAs
HSIE » Society and Culture
HSIE » Commerce
Learning Intentions & Success Criteria
Learning Intentions:
- Understand what a foreign policy editor does does and if it’s the right career for you
Success Criteria
- Understand the importance of foreign policy research for Australia
- Learn about working in journalism and foreign policy research
- Understand the importance of reading widely and thinking critically
Joining The Event
Technology and Materials Requirements
Required: Internet connection, internet device
Optional: Projector/TV to show to multiple students comfortably, pens and paper to take notes