Discover Lt. Col. Robyn Fellowes’ early life on a Queensland farm, her path to becoming the first Australian woman to earn the Commando Green Beret, and her extensive global operational experiences. We’ll explore her pivotal role as a military gender adviser, her influence in shaping the role of women in the military, insights from her memoir “Wings of Change,” and her invaluable advice for aspiring leaders.

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“Winning the Peace: Profiles of Australian Gender Advisors on Military Operations” by Group Captain (Dr) Deanne ‘Dee’ Gibbon, CSC OAM (Australian Defence Organisation, 2023) https://www.defence.gov.au/sites/default/files/2023-10/Winning-the-Peace-Profiles-of-Australian-Gender-Advisors-on-Military-Operations.pdf

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