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YAIA’s annual Young Women to Watch list celebrates and elevates the achievements of young women across the breadth of international affairs.

Despite great strides, international affairs remains a male-dominated space. Through our annual list, published on International Women's Day each year, YAIA aims to recognise and elevate the next generation of women leaders achieving success and making an impact in these areas. 
 

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YOUNG WOMEN TO WATCH

YAIA’s annual Young Women to Watch list celebrates and elevates the achievements of young women across the breadth of international affairs.

Applications for our 2026 Young Women to Watch list are now closed.

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For eight years, YAIA's annual Young Women to Watch list has championed young Australian women driving innovative change across international affairs, from foreign policy and national security to defence and trade.

We encourage women of all backgrounds, sectors and career stages to apply. We are looking for the next generation of leaders, innovators, and trailblazers!

For partnership or sponsorship opportunities related to future YWTW events, please reach out to engagement@youngausint.org.au

Read our official 2025 media release for more information.

Keep an eye out for our upcoming 2026 YWTW events!

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See previous Young Women to Watch lists

Learn more about YWTW and International Women's Day

Read our articles on International Women's Day, the Young Women to Watch List, and more. Swipe through the articles to the right.

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YAIA would like to acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as Australia’s First People and Traditional Custodians.​

 

We value their cultures, identities, and continuing connection to country, waters, kin and community.

 

We pay our respects to Elders, both past and present, and are committed to supporting the next generation of young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leaders.

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