Next term starts Monday, February 9th, 2026. All participants must be BBIP members.
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
What is the Ambassador Program?
The Indonesian Language Ambassador Program (ILAP) aims to connect secondary students with young Australians (under 30) who have experienced living, travelling and working in Indonesia.
Ambassadors share their personal stories relating to their study and love of Indonesia and Indonesian language, inspiring students in years 7-10 to pursue or continue a lifelong engagement with Indonesia.
Ambassadors may also assist in class and undertake various mentoring activities with individuals or groups of students.
TESTIMONIALS
What Schools Are Saying
“Thank you very much for this opportunity. My students at Scotch College are really able to relate, understand and look up the Indonesian Language Ambassador. Thank you so much for sharing your passion and love for Indonesian language.”
Teacher, Scotch College, Swanbourne
“The ambassador provided insight into “Real people” benefitting from learning Indonesian & their exciting lives. Before this visit I wasn’t sure that the students believed me that Indonesian is useful for such interesting career paths.”
Teacher, Helena College
“Thank you for the opportunity, and I look forward to having a Language ambassador speak to my Year 7 and Year 9 classes in the future.”
Teacher, Governor Stirling Senior High School
CURRENT AMBASSADORS
Meet our Ambassadors
AMBASSADOR
Kelly Crothers
Since beginning Indonesian language studies in junior school, Kelly has always been interested in Indonesia, its language, its people and its culture.
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BOARD MEMBER
Joe Tomai
Passionate about promoting Indonesian language in Western Australia, with a background in International Relations.
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BARD MEMBER
Georgina Wigley
Experienced educator dedicated to integrating Indonesian culture and language into schools.
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BECOME AN AMBASSADOR
Apply to Join the Program
Do you have:
- Knowledge of Indonesian language and culture?
- Experience working with Indonesians in Indonesia or Australia through travel, education, work or leisure?
- Time available (a school visit, including travel is approximately 3 hours) twice per year?
- A ‘pay-it-forward’ attitude?
Invite an Indonesian Language Ambassador
Bring Bahasa Indonesia to life! BBIP ambassadors visit schools to share language, culture, and real-life experiences with your students.
Support Indonesian in WA Schools
Your membership helps BBIP support school students learning Indonesian and grow Indonesian language programs.
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