27 January 2023 – UID Learning Hub, Jakarta
Tsinghua Southeast Asia Center (Tsinghua SEA) successfully hosted the HDX Alumni Gathering 2023, bringing together graduates from the Happy Digital X (HDX) 1.0 program for the first time in person since the pandemic. Held under the theme “Digital Transformation for a Happy and Sustainable World,” the event served as a meaningful platform to reconnect, exchange ideas, and celebrate the collective impact of the HDX community.
The gathering was attended by around 20 alumni, representing a diverse mix of professionals from government, academia, civil society, and business sectors across Indonesia and Southeast Asia. Although initially designed for a larger group of 70–80 participants, the event maintained an intimate and engaging atmosphere that encouraged deeper dialogue and collaboration.
Notable guests joining online included Prof. Victor Chan, Associate Dean of Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School and Co-Associate Director of Happy Digital X, as well as Prof. Mats Hanson, Senior Advisor of AI Innovation Sweden and Challenge Project Coordinator of Happy Digital X. Both shared valuable insights on the future of digital transformation, innovation, and sustainable development, emphasizing the importance of human-centered technology in shaping a better world.
Beyond being a reunion, the gathering also functioned as a dynamic learning session, allowing alumni to share real-world experiences and reflect on how the HDX program has influenced their professional paths. It also provided an opportunity to evaluate the program’s outcomes by observing how its teachings have been implemented in various sectors.
Moreover, this session played a crucial role as a marketing and engagement event for HDX 2.0, inviting alumni to actively support and recommend new participants from their institutions. Through knowledge sharing, networking, and collaboration, the alumni community continues to grow as a network of changemakers driving digital transformation across the region.
The HDX Alumni Gathering 2023 not only celebrated the achievements of its graduates but also reaffirmed Tsinghua SEA’s commitment to fostering innovation, collaboration, and happiness-driven digital growth for a more sustainable and inclusive future.