PREPARING THE NEXT GENERATION OF AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL SECURITY LEADERS

PREPARING THE NEXT GENERATION OF AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL SECURITY LEADERS

OUR 2024 TEAM

OUR TEAM

OUR PATRON

OUR STRATEGIC ADVISOR

2024 APPLICATIONS

The ACSS is a national student run and led volunteer organisation headquartered at the ANU. We specialise in complex future-based and alternative crisis simulations in a national effort to help create the next generation of national security experts and leaders.

We pursue a multidisciplinary approach to our crisis simulations by creating a space for unheard voices in the security field to create crisis simulations through alternative lens’ or by enabling those from typically non-security fields to participate as delegates. 

"I don’t come from a traditional international relations background so going into ACSS I didn’t know what to expect. It’s safe to say it's eye-opening about the world of global affairs. The summit week was jam-packed with engaging activities, incredible speakers and networking opportunities. In fact, I still keep in touch with some of the delegates today and I’m even more enthused about the future of international relations."
Sofiya, 2022 Delegate
"The ACSS was a great way for me to practice my teamwork skills and ability to stay calm under pressure in a realistic environment. I loved getting to work with our simulation software, and learning from lead academics and professionals in the security field."
Amandine, 2022 Delegate
A key highlight for me was the depth and realism of the simulations. The problems we faced were all in familiar contexts, but there was a challenging twist around every corner of the narrative that added additional breadth and complexity to each simulation. Another highlight was collaborating within my team and across the many hubs to develop solutions together under time pressure, which tested my communication skills to their limits.
Ryan, 2022 Delegate