Karmil Nguyen
Political Science & Policy Studies

Karmil Nguyen

2026 Bob Hawke John Monash Scholar
Scholarship studyMaster of Public Policy
Harvard University, United States of America
Current rolePolicy Adviser,
Australian Government (Commonwealth)
About Karmil
Karmil is a policy adviser dedicated to tackling Australia’s housing crisis and broader economic challenges such as affordability, inequality, and intergenerational equity. With experience across politics, consulting, and finance — including as Adviser to the Federal Minister for Housing and Homelessness — she will undertake a Master of Public Policy at Harvard Kennedy School to strengthen her capacity to lead Australia’s public institutions and serve her community.
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