Alvernia Liu is a student at Jakarta Intercultural School in Indonesia. She has developed a strong interest in entrepreneurship, technology, education, and youth empowerment. Through international competitions, public speaking engagements, internships, and student leadership roles, she has gained experience across several fields while contributing to her school and wider community.
International Competitions and Public Speaking
Alvernia has represented her school and country in several competitions, including the Genesis Global Competition and the Indonesia National Science Enterprise Challenge.
Beyond competitions, she has shared her experiences and perspectives through seminars and public speaking engagements. She has also delivered a TEDx talk, providing a platform to communicate her ideas to a wider audience.
One of her notable speaking engagements was at the ASEAN Youth Skills Forum, organised by UNICEF, the International Labour Organization (ILO), and the ASEAN Secretariat. There, Alvernia shared her experience as a girl in coding, contributing to discussions about young women’s participation in technology and skills development.
Exploring Entrepreneurship Through Summer Programmes and Internships
Alvernia has expanded her academic and professional interests through summer courses at Columbia University, Brown University, and the Wharton School.
In addition, she has gained practical experience through internships with organisations including Titipku, Blibli, and YCAB. These opportunities exposed her to different professional environments and allowed her to explore business, entrepreneurship, and organisational work.
By combining academic programmes with internship experiences, Alvernia has developed opportunities to connect classroom learning with real-world applications.
Leading Student Organisations and School Initiatives
Within Jakarta Intercultural School, Alvernia holds several leadership positions. She serves as President of DECA, Educ/aid, and the Indonesian Club.
She is also an officer of the National Honor Society and has taken on leadership roles in both the Student Council and the Service Council.
Through these organisations, Alvernia contributes to student activities, educational initiatives, and community engagement. Her involvement across multiple groups also provides opportunities to collaborate with peers and support different school programmes.
Advocating for Youth Empowerment and Technology
Alvernia’s participation in the ASEAN Youth Skills Forum highlights her interest in technology and opportunities for young people. By sharing her experience as a girl in coding, she contributed a student perspective to discussions about skills development and participation in the technology sector.
Furthermore, her public speaking engagements and leadership activities allow her to communicate ideas and engage with different audiences. These experiences reflect her interest in connecting education, technology, and youth empowerment.
Combining Leadership, Entrepreneurship, and Global Engagement
Alvernia’s experiences span entrepreneurship, technology, public speaking, and community leadership. Her participation in international competitions and youth forums has allowed her to represent her school and share her perspectives on important topics.
Meanwhile, her internships and university summer courses have broadened her exposure to academic and professional environments. Through her leadership roles, she continues to contribute to her school community while exploring opportunities beyond the classroom.
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