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ACT Government / Office for Women

This Fellowship is sponsored by the ACT Government through the Office for Women in memory of Audrey Fagan, the ACT's first female Chief Police Officer who died tragically in 2007. Audrey’s career achievement as the ACT’s highest ranked police officer was a testament to her leadership qualities, commitment and perseverance. This Fellowship honours her contribution to women in public life at the highest level and seeks to inspire other women in making a difference in the community. It also reflects the ACT Government’s commitment to achieving a culture of equal representation of women in senior decision making roles. For award to women residing or working in the ACT only.


Title of Fellowship

ACT Government Audrey Fagan Churchill Fellowship for a woman to study gendered research, including but not limited to the areas of law enforcement, care and protection, or professional support services for women who are victims of violence. Established in 2009.

For Award

Annually

Number of Fellowships Awarded

4

Fellows

2009 -- ALCHIN Josephine

2009 -- SILVA PETERS Marluce

2010 -- RICHARDS Kelly

2011 -- BEATON Susan

There are few words that can express the gratitude I feel at having been granted this prestigious award.
Lana Martino-Smith
2006 Churchill Fellow