Alumni Profile
Johana is a registered social worker and Project Development Officer II, Ministry of Social Services and Development – Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao. She holds a Master in Public Administration majoring in Organizational Management. She is a dedicated advocate for women’s empowerment, committed to creating positive change and fostering gender equality in communities. With a passion for social justice and a strong belief in the inherent rights and potential of women and girls, she has dedicated her career to championing initiatives that promote gender equality, women’s rights, and female empowerment. She has been actively involved in various projects and campaigns aimed at empowering women economically, socially, and politically. From grassroots initiatives to international advocacy efforts, she has worked to address systemic barriers and promote opportunities for women to thrive and succeed on their own terms.
Johana is also advocating active citizenship and peace education through youth empowerment, capacity development, community immersion, and strategic partnerships. Driven by a deep sense of purpose and a desire to make a difference, she, along with her organization, the Alliance of Magnanimous Youth Leaders, empowers Mindanaoan youth, provides a platform for the voiceless, and advocates for peace and development.
Johana is also advocating active citizenship and peace education through youth empowerment, capacity development, community immersion, and strategic partnerships. Driven by a deep sense of purpose and a desire to make a difference, she, along with her organization, the Alliance of Magnanimous Youth Leaders, empowers Mindanaoan youth, provides a platform for the voiceless, and advocates for peace and development.
Program Highlights
The AAMEP experience as a whole is unforgettable. I am grateful that I was given a chance to become part of this family and meet amazing individuals from Australia and ASEAN countries. However, the AAMEP Alumni Reunion has a special place in my heart, and I will always remember it since it was our first time meeting each other after weeks of Zoom sessions. During our visit, we had the opportunity to engage with each other and have a dialogue. We were also given a chance to know more about our fellow alumni and were able to share stories from our respective countries. Discovered surprising similarities about how Islam is being practiced in their country and also provided a platform for meaningful cross-cultural exchange and mutual learning. I always remember this experience as a powerful example of how common interests and shared challenges can bridge cultural divides and foster connections between people from different backgrounds.
The Australia-ASEAN Muslim Exchange Program made a significant impact on my life. I am thankful that since I joined AAMEP, I have developed and discovered new skills, built networks across Australia and ASEAN, and established relationships.
The Australia-ASEAN Muslim Exchange Program made a significant impact on my life. I am thankful that since I joined AAMEP, I have developed and discovered new skills, built networks across Australia and ASEAN, and established relationships.
