CISWA PD Series 2026: Focus on India: Supporting Indian Students in WA - From Cultural Understanding to Community-Driven Success

India is the largest source country for international students in both WA and Australia.

Given the significance of this cohort, it is essential that we reflect on emerging and ongoing challenges and explore how we can better support students from India.

Presenters & Panellists include:

Kavitha Ganesan – Deputy Director- Strategic Business Development | Global Curtin

Rohini Modgill – Founder and CEO of Keystone College of Business and Technology (KCBT)

Rohan Amlani – Realtor, Secretary of the Indian Society of Western Australia (ISWA), Acting Secretary and Board Member Ethnic Communities Council of WA (ECCWA)

Gena Rattan- Director, Training Services - National Institute of Technology

This interactive workshop will bring together industry experts, students, education providers, and community representatives to discuss current trends, challenges, support gaps, and opportunities for collaboration.

The workshop will explore:

·         An overview of Indian students in WA (profiles & motivations)

·         Socio cultural and academic challenges, and opportunities to strengthen support

·         Strategies for fostering community connections and a sense of belonging

·        Best practices and collaborative approaches to enhancing the student experience.