Young UNIFEM Executive
The Executive of the YWN UNIEM was formed in mid 2006 to develop and drive the activities of the network. The primary goal of the executive is to provide a young woman’s voice to the promotion of women’s human rights, political participation and economic security in Australia.
YWN Executive
Bronwyn Healy-Aarons
Director
Bronwyn is a PhD student working and studying at the Centre for International Security Studies, Sydney University. In 2007 she completed an Honours thesis on East Timor and continues to have a deep interest and concern for Australia's developing neighbours. She is passionate about the role of women in development, particularly women's leadership in politics and security. Her vision for the UNIFEM Australia Young Women's Network is a group of dedicated and inspired young people providing practical support to young women in developing countries across the globe.
Rosemary Conn
Professionals Coordinator
Rosemary has recently joined the Young Women's Network, focusing on
engaging young professional members. Rosemary has an MA in International Business with French from the University of Edinburgh. She has worked as a management consultant with Deloitte for five years, both in the UK and Australia. She has gained experience in developing and implementing projects as well as
change management. Rosemary has spent time working as a volunteer for not-for-profit organisations overseas – in Namibia, Ecuador and most recently in
Belize carrying out community development programs. She hopes these experiences will enable her to make a valuable contribution to the YWN
team.
Priyanka Sunder
Community Engagement Coordinator
Priyanka has volunteered with community welfare organisations both overseas and domestically for a number of years. She is a board member for the YMCA Brisbane and has had experience researching and working for community legal centres and development organisations. Priyanka is a recent Law and Commerce graduate and currently works in investment banking. She brings to her position on the UNIFEM Australia YWN a passion for social justice and women's issues.
Catherine Rogers
Membership Coordinator
Catherine Rogers is the membership coordinator for the UNIFEM Australia Young Women's Network, working to engage and empower young Australians in relation to gender equality. She is currently in her final year of an undergraduate degree at the University of New South Wales majoring in Politics and International Relations and Development Studies. Catherine's commitment to the YWN is motivated by a future where men and women are represented equally in all levels of society.