MIDPA

Welcome to Monash International Development Practice Association (MIDPA) Page.

Monash International Development Practice Association is a community of innovators, passionate about bringing positive impact through international development and humanitarian assistance. A university student run organisation, we aim to create an informal space for students, alumni and practitioners alike to discuss, share and learn together. We are growing and developing each day to create a sus

tainable Association that will continue to thrive with every MIDP cohort. Pivotal to our existence is the MIDP Association Blog, a platform for students to share their passions and, in true Monash style, challenge the status quo by critically analysing current development standards and practices. This semester we have taken our blog offline with our Teach Series (student-led discussions) and Brown Bag Seminars (industry expert seminars). Visit our website midpa.org or write to us at [email protected] and lets see where innovation takes us

20/08/2026

MIDPA GRAB & RECHARGE IS HERE! 🛍️🥐🥤

Classes, assignments and second semester getting a little too real? Come by, grab something good, and recharge with us. 💙

MIDPA is setting up a FREE mini pop-up grocer exclusively for current MIDPA students, with food, snacks and drinks ready to take home or enjoy on campus.

📅 Wednesday, 16 September 2026
⏰ 12:30–2:30 PM
📍 Monash BBQ Area, Campus Park
In front of the Monash University Oval

What to expect:
🛍️ Bring your own grocery bag
🥐 Grab up to 4 FREE items from our mini grocer
🥤 Choose from food, snacks and drinks
💬 Stay for a bit, relax and catch up with fellow MIDPA students
🎁 Drop by for a chance to win MIDPA merchandise

Food is available while stocks last, so come by early for the best selection!

See you at Grab & Recharge! 💙

This event is exclusively for current MIDPA students.

06/07/2026

📣 Paradigm Journal Issue #5 is live!

MIDPA is proud to share the fifth edition of Paradigm Journal, a student-led publication written for the students and by the students of the Master of International Development Practice.

This year’s issue takes development as it is: complex, political, and deeply human. From Tacloban to Dharavi, Ethiopia to the Europe-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement, our writers explore climate, governance, urban poverty, peace, inequality, gender, security, and the urgent question of what development means, for whom, and at what cost. 🌏✍️

👏 Huge congratulations to our brilliant writers:
Manuel Samonte, Ilhamda El Zuhri, Prisha Dasgupta, Kibira Sattieva, Yahui Cheng, An Phuong Vo, Renee Isabelle Gonzalez, Prabhnoor Kaur Sekhon, Mrinalini Manda and Lay Lai Lai Waing.

💛 Special thanks to our editorial team:
Anusha Shrivastava, Ayesha Naseem, Mrinalini Manda and Prisha Dasgupta.

🙏 And our heartfelt thanks to Dr. Gemma Sou and Dr. Colette Mortreux, MIDP Course Directors, for their continued support and guidance.

✨ Read Issue #5 on LinkedIn or head to the link in bio!

04/06/2026

As the semester draws to a close, MIDPA wishes all MIDP students the very best in their final assessments. May your hard work, dedication, and perseverance pay off. Good luck! 💙📖✨

05/05/2026

⏳ 1 DAY LEFT

Our Industry Insights & Networking Night is almost here 🎉🙌

We’re bringing together a strong panel across the international development sector to share how they built their careers, the pivots they took, and what it actually looks like to enter the field.

Small note: Ms. Elise will unfortunately no longer be able to join us due to an overseas trip, but we’re excited to continue the conversation with our confirmed speakers and hear their insights, experiences, and advice for students.

This is your chance to ask questions, meet people in the sector, and connect with fellow development students.

📍 Venue | Learning & Teaching Building G55
🗓️ Date & Time | May 6th, 2026, 6:00-8:00 PM
Light snacks and drinks provided

We can’t wait to see you there! 😉

29/04/2026

Industry Insights & Networking Night Speaker Reveal 🌏🩵

We’re bringing together a strong panel across international development, policy, communications, and social impact.

Hear how they actually built their careers, the pivots they took, and what it looks like to get into the field.

⏳ RSVP extended 😉 don’t miss it! | bit.ly/MIDPA-RSVP1

🗓 Date & Time | Wednesday, May 6th, 6:00 – 8:00 PM
📍 Venue | Learning & Teaching Building G55
(Ground Floor, Room 55)
⭐️ Light snacks and drinks provided

15/04/2026

Thank you for joining us for the Annual MIDPA Picnic! 🧺🩵 And a special congratulations to Emma and Marisol for winning our trivia game!

Stay tuned for more exciting events coming your way! 🤩

14/04/2026

SEE YOU TOMORROW FOR THE MIDPA PICNIC! 😉🩵

The MIDPA Annual Picnic is on tomorrow, April 15, 2026, 11 AM til 1 PM at the Kenneth Hunt Garden. Enjoy free food, drinks, games, and a chance to get to know your fellow MIDP cohort.
Feel free to come in as you are! This event is made by the MIDP for the MIDP.

SEE YOU ALL THERE!!! 🧺 🤩

13/04/2026

2 DAYS TO GO BEFORE THE MIDPA PICNIC! 🧺 🩵

The MIDPA Annual Picnic is on this Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 11 AM til 2 PM at the Kenneth Hunt Garden.

Enjoy free food, drinks, games, and a chance to get to know your fellow MIDP cohort. Let’s recharge this week as we kick-off the next half of the semester!!

SEE YOU ALL THERE!!! 🧺 🤩

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