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Commission on the Status of Women
March 2026 | New York, USA
Meet the 2026 Commission on the Status of Women Fellows
Linh Dang
Linh is a student at the Australian National University pursuing a double degree in Public Policy and Arts, majoring in Anthropology and Development Studies. She is passionate about gender-based violence prevention, elevating youth voice, and advancing educational equity. Her approach brings together research and community engagement to support culturally responsive policy. Linh's Global Voices policy focus examines post-separation abuse through the court system, exploring how legal processes can unintentionally perpetuate coercive control. Guided by the belief that real change starts from the ground up, Linh works toward evidence-based, human-centred policymaking that genuinely reflects diverse community experiences.
Isabelle Treasure
Issy is a law and communications student based in Brisbane, with a passion for people centred policy. Shaped by a mix of professional work and volunteer experiences, she is interested in how policy can be informed by both evidence and empathy, and by listening to the voices of those it affects. Issy is particularly drawn to issues impacting young people, and to how navigating complex systems can create disproportionate challenges for young women and girls. She believes that thoughtful and compassionate reform can help make these systems fairer and kinder for those who encounter them.
Taylor Fitzgerald
Taylor Fitzgerald is a proud Kamilaroi and Maltese woman, interested in studying law and currently working as an Aboriginal Field Officer at Legal Aid. Culturally acknowledged within communities and drawing on lived experience as a survivor, she values healing, resilience, and the ability to navigate two worlds—balancing Western systems with deep cultural connection. Her unique perspective enables her to advocate for respectful environments while recognizing the emotional toll on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Taylor has dedicated her career to bridging cultural gaps and creating spaces where identity, empowerment, and inclusion thrive.
Angela Carlisle
Angela is a final-year student at the University of Adelaide, studying a Bachelor of Laws (Honours)/Bachelor of Arts (Advanced), majoring in Sociology. She is passionate about human rights law, criminal law, and improving access to justice. Angela has previously worked as a law clerk at the Aboriginal Legal Rights Movement and currently works in public prosecution and as a research assistant. These experiences, along with her studies, have deepened her understanding of Australia's legal system and strengthened her commitment to law reform to enhance access to justice.
What is the Commission on the Status of Women?​
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The Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) is a key global intergovernmental body under the United Nations, established in 1946 to promote gender equality and the empowerment of women. As a functional commission of the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), its primary mandate is to advance women’s political, economic, social, and educational rights. The CSW plays a pivotal role in monitoring the implementation of international agreements on gender equality, such as the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, adopted in 1995. Each year, the CSW holds sessions at the UN headquarters in New York, where member states, NGOs, and other stakeholders convene to discuss progress, set new priorities, and address emerging issues related to women's rights. With a specific theme each year, these sessions focus on challenges such as eliminating violence against women, enhancing women's participation in decision-making, and addressing unpaid care work. The CSW has been instrumental in shaping global gender policies and ensuring that women’s rights are prioritized in
international development.
To be eligible to apply, you must:
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Be aged 18 - 30 for the full duration of the program
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Be available for pre-departure training in Canberra
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Be available and able to travel for the full duration of the international delegation you are applying for
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Be able to travel to the country of the delegation you are applying for
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Have the ability to commit at least 5 hours per week to the fellowship program
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Currently hold or can obtain a passport which is valid for at least 6-months after the end of your delegation
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Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident
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Have not taken part in the Global Voices Fellowship Program before.
​We are looking for delegates that have:
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Personal and/or professional interest in the delegation’s purpose and issues
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Potential to gain professionally and personally from the Fellowship Program
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Intention to use this unique opportunity to contribute meaningfully to their communities
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A desire to upskill in policy writing to create meaningful change.