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Friends of Goethe Australia
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Christoph Mücher© Goethe-Institut

Christoph Mücher

is Director of Goethe-Institut Australia. He has been working for the Goethe-Institut in Munich, Tokyo, Washington, Wellington and Boston and returned to “the Pacific” in 2021. In the spirit of the “patron” ( J.W. v. Goethe) Christoph believes in the balance of “Natur und Kunst” (Nature and Art), being equally attracted by the rich cultural fabric of Australian cities as well as by the amazing outdoor possibilities of this beautiful country. 

About “Friends of Goethe Australia”:
The “Friends of Goethe Australia” give us a wonderful opportunity to get advice, opinions and support from experienced experts from our local community. The fruitful dialogues broaden our view and the projects created through the “Friends” are a perfect addition to the work of the Goethe-Institut”.
 

Dr Jacqui Strecker © Daniel Boud

Dr Jacqui Strecker

is Head of Curatorial at the Powerhouse Museum where she heads up an interdisciplinary program spanning applied arts, design, architecture, science, technology and contemporary culture. She has previously held senior leadership roles at the Art Gallery of New South Wales, Australian War Memorial and National Gallery of Victoria and is internationally recognised for her exhibitions and publications including Icons: from the collection of the Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences, The Mad Square: Modernity in German Art 1910-37, Giacometti and Rembrandt.

About "Friends of Goethe Australia":
The Friends of Goethe Australia provides an incredible opportunity to further expand cultural and scientific exchange between Australia and Germany through offering programs to talented and passionate people keen to make a difference. It is a pleasure and honour to offer strategic perspectives that support the delivery of initiatives generated by the Friends of Goethe Australia.
 

Matthew Payne© Matthew Payne

Matthew Payne

is a Partner at HWL Ebsworth Lawyers, having previously been a Partner and on the Board of Partners at TressCox Lawyers.   Matthew is also a Rotarian (and a Paul Harris Fellow) and a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP).

Matthew practices in corporate and commercial law, wills and estates, private clients and charities / not-for-profits law.  Matthew's clients include SMEs, family groups, directors and officers, company boards, private companies, professional associations, not-for-profits and charities.  Matthew is an experienced company director and company secretary, having been a director, secretary and committee member of a number of charities, not-for-profits and private companies for more than 15 years.  Over that period Matthew has also acted as Honorary Solicitor to numerous charities and not-for-profits. 

About “Friends of Goethe Australia”:
It is an honour and privilege to be able to help create and shape a charity.  Friends of Goethe Australia is well placed to help empower and support young Australians while promoting German language and culture, through cultural and educational projects.

Olde Lorenzen© Olde Lorenzen

Olde Lorenzen

has been leading FROEBEL Australia, a not-for-profit provider of early childhood education and care services in Sydney and Melbourne, as Managing Director since 2009. FROEBEL is focussing on immersive language learning (with German and Spanish being introduced to its children), inquiry-based early STEM learning and education for sustainable development for children from birth to 5 years of age. Since 2013, Olde and his team have also been bringing Germany’s largest early childhood professional development program, Haus der kleinen Forscher, to Australia, supported and funded by the Australian Government since 2016. Olde is a solicitor by trade and practised law for 5 years in Berlin before relocating to Sydney. He has a strong interest in architecture and design for education, and has been a judge for a range of relevant design awards in Australia for a number of years.

About "Friends of Goethe Australia":
“I have always been admiring the work the Goethe Institut is engaging in around the globe. It plays such a vital role in Germany’s “public diplomacy” and opens so many windows into German culture and societal debate beyond the many stereotypes. Being a Friend is a real honour. It presents a rewarding opportunity to contribute to meaningful intercultural exchange and to help emerging talent from Australia to further their professional knowledge through scholarships and studies overseas.”

 

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