Young Garvan
What is Young Garvan?
Educate & Engage
Young Garvan was established in 2003 by a group of young supporters of the Garvan Institute. Our aim is to educate and engage young professionals on the importance of medical research and its impact on society.
Promote Awareness
In addition to promoting awareness of the Garvan Institute’s activities, Young Garvan raise funds for the Young Garvan Postdoctoral Fellowship, which allows a young scientist to broaden their experience by working on a key project at the Garvan Institute.
Participate
The majority of Young Garvan funds are raised through four interactive forums each year, which investigate current medical affairs and involve a panel of speakers that range from leading scientists to media identities.
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Who is part of Young Garvan?
Young Garvan encompasses:
- corporate professionals
- families
- individuals.
We are predominantly aged 20 – 35 but our events are open to all. Our events regularly draw over 200 people who are smart and switched on to current medical issues and like to contribute to discussion and debate.
Young Garvan has a strong collaboration with:
- The Garvan Research Foundation
- The Australia – Israel Chamber of Commerce through the Young Business Forum
- Young Doctors Association
- NSW Young Lawyers Association.
Overall, our audience enjoys intelligent and thought-provoking debate mixed in with good humour. Our events are open to all.
Young Garvan Committee 2013
Young Garvan is run by a volunteer committee of young professionals who organise the All Ribbons Ball and education forums. The committee members are:
- Alex Henson
- Andrew Giles
- Gordon Eckel
- Kate Dunstan
- Dr Kylie Webster
- Lindsay Leeser
- Sarah Bishop
- Stacey White
- James Wilkinson
- Tom Morgan
You can contact the Young Garvan committee by sending an email to: younggarvan@garvan.org.au
We welcome enquiries about joining the committee of helping out at our events.
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Young Garvan Forums 2013
Thursday 21 March
"Does my bum look big in this?" - a wide-ranging panel discussion on the science of fat, diets and economic cost of eating disorders
Thursday 30th May
"Fight or Flight" - What is stress doing to your body?
For more information You can contact the Young Garvan committee by sending an email to: younggarvan@garvan.org.au or join Young Garvan by registering online now.
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Young Garvan's 10th Anniversary
Join Young Garvan for our 10th birthday celebrations at the Glenmore Hotel, The Rocks.
Stay tuned for more information.
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All Ribbons Ball
The third All Ribbon Ball was held on Saturday 18th August at the Hilton Hotel. We have a stellar line-up of entertainment including American comedy legend Tommy Dean and Sydney's favourite party band, Jelly Bean Jam.
All Ribbon Ball will be back on Saturday 13th July, so mark this into your diary! 2013 will be bigger and better as we will be celebrating our 10 anniversary!
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Like to join Young Garvan?
To join Young Garvan register online now.
Young Garvan also welcomes individuals who would like to offer their time and expertise to help the committee at our events.
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Would your company like to get involved?
Garvan scientists have achieved many exciting, life-changing breakthroughs over the years and the Young Garvan Fellowship continues to strengthen the Institute’s reputation as a leader in gene based research.
Becoming an event sponsor:
- enables your business to play a major role in the continued success of the Institute
- is a unique opportunity to establish valuable networks within business, social and charities
- provides great brand exposure for your business within large groups of influential young professionals
- provides a distinguished association with the Garvan brand.
Without the support from key businesses, Young Garvan would not be able to continue its work of educating young people on the merits of medical research and the important work of the Young Garvan Fellowship.
Please email us for further information on sponsoring an event.
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Contact Us
For the latest news and information on our upcoming events, join Young Garvan's online community.
For other enquiries please Email us
or contact us by phone - (02) 9295 8108
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