World Food Forum
13-17th October 2025 | Rome, Italy

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Meet the 2025 World Food Forum Fellows

Paris Capell

Paris Capell is the Natural Capital Advisor for Western Local Land Services based in Cobar, NSW. Passionate about both agriculture and the environment, she holds a Bachelor of Environmental Science and Master of Science in Agricultural Innovation from the Australian National University.

Roisin Sullivan

Roisin Sullivan (she/her) is a PhD candidate at the University of Sydney researching aquatic animal health. Her PhD investigates the drivers of vibriosis in barramundi (Lates calcarifer), an important aquaculture species in Australia and Southeast Asia. Roisin holds a Bachelor of Science (Animal and Veterinary Bioscience) with First Class Honours and a University Medal from the University of Sydney.

Jasmine Sibree

Jasmine is a Climate Change & Sustainability Graduate Consultant at Deloitte, with a passion for global issues shaped by her upbringing in both Sydney and Bangkok. Prior to joining Deloitte, Jasmine worked for the Bureau of Meteorology as a government relations officer and was Vice President at 180 Degrees Consulting Melbourne, a pro-bono student consulting club. Jasmine has also worked for the WWF in Thailand and recently completed the OSCE Scholarship on Peace and Security.

Alex Wood

Alex is an Agricultural Science student at the University of Melbourne with a deep interest in agrifood systems that nourish both people and planet. He is passionate about reducing hurdles for people of all backgrounds aspiring to enter agriculture – an industry he sees as rich with potential for anyone seeking to make a meaningful impact.

Sally Turner

Sally Turner is a farmer, advocate, and founder of The Wattle Project, a rural-based initiative focused on eating disorder awareness, education, and access to care. Based near Trundle, NSW, Sally runs a sheep and cropping farm with her husband and is passionate about strengthening farm business systems through her consultancy, Ag Opti Systems.

Elannah Young

Passionate about the intersection of people and the planet, Elannah (she/her) graduated in 2019 with an interdisciplinary degree in Environmental Sciences and Human Geography, culminating in a research thesis on Antarctic precipitation patterns. Since then, she has worked in agricultural procurement within the beverage industry, where she focuses on sustainable sourcing practices.

What is the World Food Forum?

The World Food Forum (WFF) was launched in 2021 by the Youth Committee of the the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), as an independent network of partners. Hosted within FAO, it serves as the premier global platform to actively shape agrifood systems for a better food future, accelerating the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Through youth action, science and innovation, and investment, the WFF forges new paths of action and multi-sector partnerships for agrifood impact at the local, regional and global levels to achieve a more sustainable, resilient, inclusive and hunger-free food future for all.

To be eligible to apply, you must:

Be aged 18 - 30 for the full duration of the program
Be available for pre-departure training in Canberra 23-25th June 2025
Be available and able to travel for the full duration of the international delegation you are applying for
Be able to travel to the country of the delegation you are applying for
Have the ability to commit at least 5 hours per week to the fellowship program
Currently hold or can obtain a passport which is valid for at least 6-months after the end of your delegation
Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident
Have not taken part in the Global Voices Fellowship Program before

We are looking for delegates that have:

Personal and/or professional interest in the delegation’s purpose and issues
Potential to gain professionally and personally from the Fellowship Program
Intention to use this unique opportunity to contribute meaningfully to their communities
A desire to upskill in policy writing to create meaningful change.

The Australian World Food Forum Delegation is proudly supported by AgriFutures

AgriFutures

If you are an Australian aged 18–30 (and meet all other eligibility requirements) with a passion for leadership and driving positive change, you can apply to attend the World Food Forum thanks to AgriFutures' support.

AgriFutures Australia is one of 15 Research and Development Corporations (RDCs) that service the Research, Development and Extension (RD&E) needs of Australian rural industries. They represent the research needs for 13 thriving rural industries, delivering research and innovation that aims to give Australian farmers and producers real returns, as well as prepare them to thrive into the future.

AgriFutures Australia is committed to supporting the next generation of leaders that will drive the future prosperity of Australian rural industries and communities. This Fellowship is awarded to young people looking to make practical and sustained positive change to Australia's agricultural policylandscape.

World Food Forum 13-17th October 2025 | Rome, Italy