Monday, May 12, 2008

AHN ADVISORY BOARD

‘Working together to build complete Homestay solutions’

AHN is pleased to announce the appointment of a number of individuals from across the Nation (Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria and South Australia) to the AHN Advisory Board.

The AHN Advisory Board which is chaired by Sylvia Lewohl (formerly of Griffith University - who has over 17 years experience working within the Homestay area) will hold its inaugural meeting this week.

The Advisory Board plays a proactive role in guiding AHN planning and program development, initiating dialogue with the Board of Directors on matters of strategic interest as well as responding to matters referred from the Board of Directors.

The AHN Advisory Board’s role is to:

- Act as a forum of strategic advice and a sounding board for the Board of Directors with respect to current and emerging issues relating to Homestay and International Students

- Assist the Board of Directors with strategic planning

- Advise on opportunities for alliances and partnerships consistent with the aims and goals of the network

- Advise on and monitor compliance with statutory regulations pertaining to Homestay

Advisory Board positions are non-remunerative and represent the following areas :

- Homestay industry
- Higher Education sector
- TAFE Sector
- English Language
- Private Education Sector
- Public sector
- Corporate Sector
- Specialist areas such as police, psychiatry, insurance etc.

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