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Commission on the Status of Women
March 2026 | New York, USA
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.
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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
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You do NOT have to have prior experience in the theme of the delegation you are applying for. Grades are NOT considered as part of the application process.