Jo Freeman Women in Politics Fellow

Celina Buncayo

Class of 2026
2026 Cal-in-Sacramento Student Director
2026 Matsui Center Student Director
2026 Cal-in-Sacramento
2025 Jo Freeman Women in Politics Fellow
2025 Cal-in-Sacramento

Celina Buncayo (She/Her)

Celina Buncayo is a first-generation Filipina student at UC Berkeley majoring in Political Science. Born and raised in the Philippines, Celina understands the importance of political empowerment and representation in uplifting underserved communities. Her lived experiences as an immigrant and first-gen inspire her to pursue public service as a leader that advocates for diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Celina is passionate about research, community organizing, and civic engagement. In Summer
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Catherine Huang

Class of 2027
2026 Schaeffer Fellowship
2025 Cal-in-Sacramento
2025 Jo Freeman Women in Politics Fellow

Catherine is a first-generation Taiwanese-American student at UC Berkeley, majoring in Political Economy with minors in Data Science and Public Policy. Catherine’s interest in public service, particularly in advocating for children and families navigating legal challenges, stems from her personal experiences coming from a struggling, low-income, single-parent, immigrant household that has experienced domestic violence, sexual assault, and divorce. Witnessing the emotional and financial toll on her family, she became determined to assist others in similar situations.

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Amelia Monsour

Class of 2026
2026 John Gardner Fellowship
2025 Schaeffer Fellowship
2024 Cal-in-Sacramento
2024 Jo Freeman Women in Politics Fellow
2023 Democracy Camp Berkeley Fellow

Amelia Monsour is a senior majoring in political science and sociology with a minor in public policy at the University of California, Berkeley. A proud graduate of Los Angeles public schools, Amelia is passionate about addressing inequities in education and supporting California’s public school system. She is also passionate about addressing economic inequality and hopes to pursue a career in public service and law to advocate for economic justice and educational equity.

Throughout her time at UC Berkeley, Amelia has continued to develop her interest in public...