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I am Anne Joseph Aziz, a New Zealand-based international relations and public diplomacy professional. I have led domestic and international initiatives advancing gender equality and diplomacy within the UN system in Aotearoa, and I have established cross-cultural mentorship programmes such as The Valuable Girl Project in Egypt to empower young women and girls. I have built strategic relationships across government, UN agencies, and communities to deliver on high-profile priorities, and I enjoy guiding diverse stakeholders toward shared outcomes. As the founder and host of Yes Girl You Can, I lead a global platform that amplifies women’s leadership and fosters collaboration across Aotearoa and internationally. My work spans child protection, migration, education, and diplomacy, and I am committed to inclusive, evidence-based policy and community-driven action. I am fluent in English and Arabic, with working French and beginner Te Reo Māori, and I thrive in time-sensitive, cross-cultural environments that require thoughtful communication and coalition-building.…I am Anne Joseph Aziz, a New Zealand-based international relations and public diplomacy professional. I have led domestic and international initiatives advancing gender equality and diplomacy within the UN system in Aotearoa, and I have established cross-cultural mentorship programmes such as The Valuable Girl Project in Egypt to empower young women and girls. I have built strategic relationships across government, UN agencies, and communities to deliver on high-profile priorities, and I enjoy guiding diverse stakeholders toward shared outcomes. As the founder and host of Yes Girl You Can, I lead a global platform that amplifies women’s leadership and fosters collaboration across Aotearoa and internationally. My work spans child protection, migration, education, and diplomacy, and I am committed to inclusive, evidence-based policy and community-driven action. I am fluent in English and Arabic, with working French and beginner Te Reo Māori, and I thrive in time-sensitive, cross-cultural environments that require thoughtful communication and coalition-building.

Anne Joseph Aziz

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I am Anne Joseph Aziz, a New Zealand-based international relations and public diplomacy professional. I have led domestic and international initiatives advancing gender equality and diplomacy within the UN system in Aotearoa, and I have established cross-cultural mentorship programmes such as The Valuable Girl Project in Egypt to empower young women and girls. I have built strategic relationships across government, UN agencies, and communities to deliver on high-profile priorities, and I enjoy guiding diverse stakeholders toward shared outcomes. As the founder and host of Yes Girl You Can, I lead a global platform that amplifies women’s leadership and fosters collaboration across Aotearoa and internationally. My work spans child protection, migration, education, and diplomacy, and I am committed to inclusive, evidence-based policy and community-driven action. I am fluent in English and Arabic, with working French and beginner Te Reo Māori, and I thrive in time-sensitive, cross-cultural environments that require thoughtful communication and coalition-building.…I am Anne Joseph Aziz, a New Zealand-based international relations and public diplomacy professional. I have led domestic and international initiatives advancing gender equality and diplomacy within the UN system in Aotearoa, and I have established cross-cultural mentorship programmes such as The Valuable Girl Project in Egypt to empower young women and girls. I have built strategic relationships across government, UN agencies, and communities to deliver on high-profile priorities, and I enjoy guiding diverse stakeholders toward shared outcomes. As the founder and host of Yes Girl You Can, I lead a global platform that amplifies women’s leadership and fosters collaboration across Aotearoa and internationally. My work spans child protection, migration, education, and diplomacy, and I am committed to inclusive, evidence-based policy and community-driven action. I am fluent in English and Arabic, with working French and beginner Te Reo Māori, and I thrive in time-sensitive, cross-cultural environments that require thoughtful communication and coalition-building.

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I am Anne Joseph Aziz, a New Zealand-based international relations and public diplomacy professional. I have led domestic and international initiatives advancing gender equality and diplomacy within the UN system in Aotearoa, and I have established cross-cultural mentorship programmes such as The Valuable Girl Project in Egypt to empower young women and girls. I have built strategic relationships across government, UN agencies, and communities to deliver on high-profile priorities, and I enjoy guiding diverse stakeholders toward shared outcomes.

As the founder and host of Yes Girl You Can, I lead a global platform that amplifies women’s leadership and fosters collaboration across Aotearoa and internationally. My work spans child protection, migration, education, and diplomacy, and I am committed to inclusive, evidence-based policy and community-driven action. I am fluent in English and Arabic, with working French and beginner Te Reo Māori, and I thrive in time-sensitive, cross-cultural environments that require thoughtful communication and coalition-building.

Skills

Leadership

Presentation Design

Copywriting

Experience Level

Leadership

Expert

Presentation Design

Expert

Copywriting

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Arabic

Fluent

French

Intermediate

Māori

Beginner

Work Experience

Founder & Podcast Host at Yes Girl You Can

July 1, 2025 - Present

Founded and scaled a global platform (podcast and community) distributed on Spotify and iHeartRadio, reaching audiences in 22 countries across four continents. Built strategic partnerships with organizations and women leaders to advance women’s leadership and amplify voices both nationally and internationally.

International Speaker at Young Union Leaders Summit, Edutoruism for Unity

November 1, 2025 - November 4, 2025

Represented Aotearoa New Zealand as an international delegate, advancing inclusive governance and youth empowerment through cross-cultural collaboration with emerging global leaders; received a certificate of honour for contributions.

Secretary at United Nations Association of New Zealand (UNANZ), National Executive

March 1, 2024 - June 1, 2025

Led New Zealand’s nationwide youth consultation for the Summit for the Future 2024, designing surveys and facilitating stakeholder engagements to ensure diverse youth voices shaped high-level policy discussions and informed national delegation contributions. Strategically aligned UNANZ programs with the Sustainable Development Goals and built cross-sector partnerships.

Administrator Coordinator at International Child Protection Unit and Intercountry Adoption, Oranga Tamariki, Ministry for Children

November 1, 2023 - August 1, 2024

Managed cross-team handling of complex, high-pressure child protection cases on- and offshore, coordinating with government departments to ensure sensitive and effective case handling. Prepared high-level reports and documentation to support initiatives in child protection and migration; co-authored an International Child Trafficking factsheet for government agencies and NGOs.

Public Diplomacy / Events & Ceremonies at Ambassade de France en Nouvelle-Zélande; EU Delegation to New Zealand; United States Embassy Wellington

November 1, 2023 - Present

Led a consultancy to boost visibility across sport, media, and tourism, strengthening bilateral relations with targeted strategic recommendations. Served as Master of Ceremonies for high-profile events (e.g., Egypt National Day reception in July 2024).

Taskforce Empowerment Volunteer at UN Women Aotearoa New Zealand, National Committee

October 1, 2021 - Present

Led major campaigns (16 Days - Orange the World, Protect Women in Ukraine), driving action to eliminate gender-based violence and advance justice for women and girls; built inclusive coalitions and amplified advocacy.

Intern at UN Women Aotearoa New Zealand, National Committee

June 1, 2022 - November 1, 2022

Supported programs and campaigns, contributing to advocacy and communications efforts to promote women’s participation in decision-making.

Lead at The Valuable Girl Project, Qena Governorate, Upper Egypt

January 1, 2023 - February 1, 2023

Led a mentorship programme to advance girls’ access to justice and tackle child marriage, addressing educational barriers and strengthening girls’ voice and participation.

Regional Organizer & Vice President at Amnesty International, Wellington, New Zealand

September 1, 2019 - December 1, 2022

Led human rights campaigns focused on access to justice and personal freedoms, mobilizing advocates and raising awareness of rights violations; promoted women’s participation in decision-making.

Residential Advisor at Victoria University of Wellington

January 1, 2022 - November 1, 2022

Mentored 800+ students during national COVID-19 lockdowns, supporting wellbeing and community across diverse backgrounds, including international students and iwi participants.

Residential Advisor at Campus Living Villages

January 1, 2021 - November 1, 2021

Led an inclusive residential community, organized wellbeing initiatives, and mediated conflicts with a focus on Māori wellbeing frameworks.

Refugee Support Settler at New Zealand Red Cross, Wellington

July 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021

Provided essential settlement support to empower integration, helping families settle housing, schooling, healthcare, budgeting, and everyday tasks.

Education

Master’s Degree in International Relations and Diplomacy (Thesis: Artificial Intelligence and Global Security from Cyber, Military, and Human Security Perspectives) at University of Canterbury, Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha

January 11, 2030 - March 1, 2025

Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and International Relations at Victoria University of Wellington, Te Herenga Waka

January 11, 2030 - March 1, 2023

French Immersion Programme at Centre de Rencontres et d’Échanges Internationaux du Pacifique (CREIPAC), Crépaic, Nouméa, New Caledonia

January 11, 2030 - October 1, 2018