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Isabelle Vu
People and Change Consultant at KPMG Australia
Isabelle Vu is an accomplished People and Change Consultant at KPMG Australia, where she leverages her expertise in change and behavioural management, leadership development, and workforce transformation to facilitate effective organizational change. With a solid understanding of organizational psychology, she applies the skills and knowledge acquired during her educational journey to implement innovative solutions and strategies, ultimately enhancing workplace dynamics and culture.
Being a proud graduate of The Australian National University (ANU), Isabelle earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology, achieving an impressive Distinction average upon her graduation in December 2020. Her academic background has laid a robust foundation for her professional endeavors in the realm of People and Change, where she seeks to optimize workplace performance through insightful psychological principles.
Before joining KPMG, Isabelle dedicated her time as a Graduate Consultant at Noetic from January 2021 to May 2021, contributing to numerous projects aimed at promoting diversity and inclusion within organizations. She also served on the Diversity and Inclusion Committee at Noetic, showcasing her commitment to fostering equitable workplaces. Isabelle possesses a strong interest in improving societal perspectives around various issues, particularly focusing on the immense importance of cultural and ethnic diversity and addressing challenges such as racism and gender inequality. Her lived experience as an Asian-Australian woman has shaped her worldview and instilled a deep-seated passion for social justice initiatives.
In addition to her professional experience, Isabelle has a rich history of community involvement. She has served as the Australian National University APS Student Representative for the Australian Psychological Society (APS), where she advocated for mental health awareness and the representation of students’ interests within the field of psychology. Furthermore, her diverse roles in various organizations, ranging from bartending to social media coordination, demonstrate her versatility and ability to engage with different facets of communities and organizations effectively.
Isabelle's dedication to social issues does not stop at the workplace; it extends into her personal life as well. Her commitment to fighting for women's rights and promoting gender equity is reflected in her advocacy for mental health awareness and the need for accessible support services for marginalized populations. She ardently believes in the importance of destigmatizing mental illness and fighting for the rights of individuals—especially women and children—by providing them with essential resources and support systems that empower them to reclaim their independence and safety.
Additionally, Isabelle has been a robust advocate for addressing menstruation and menopause stigma, tackling period poverty, and improving public health and education systems in Australia. With a conscience built upon her upbringing as a rural student raised by a single mother, she emphasizes the urgent need for equitable access to quality education, health care, and mental health services. Particularly for rural and regional areas, she aims to bridge the gaps that exist in access to specialist treatment and resources needed for the youth, elderly, and those facing chronic health challenges.