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International Day of Women in Diplomacy 2025: Know the date, theme, history, significance, and more
International Day of Women in Diplomacy 2025: Did you know: According to the UN, there are only 25 countries with a female head of state or government as of January 2025, and they constitute only 22.9% of cabinet ministers globally?
While historically diplomacy has been dominated by men, and despite global commitments to gender equality, women to date continue to be significantly under-represented in diplomacy and political leadership.
To educate and raise public awareness, the 76th session of the United Nations General Assembly designated June 24 every year as the International Day of Women in Diplomacy.
This year, in 2025, the International Day of Women in Diplomacy will be observed on Tuesday, 24 June, with the theme 'Eliminating structural barriers to women's leadership in diplomacy'.
The theme emphasises the under-representation of women in diplomacy and the importance of breaking down these structural barriers by advocating for the institutional changes necessary to support women in global decision-making roles.
On #WomenInDiplomacy Day, we celebrate the invaluable contributions of women in shaping global relations. 👏
Their agency in diplomacy is key to building bridges, fostering understanding, and creating a more inclusive and peaceful world.
RT if you agree!
— UN Women (@UN_Women) June 24, 2023
To mark the day, the Assembly invited all Member States, United Nations organisations, non-governmental groups, academic institutions, and associations of female diplomats.
In 2025, women diplomats are particularly positioned to bridge the gap between national legislative agendas and international diplomatic endeavours, thereby promoting women's rights, peace, and security, and helping to shape foreign policies that reflect democratic principles.
Women in Diplomacy Day is meant to celebrate women's indispensable role in diplomacy and an opportunity to reflect on actions that can be taken to advance gender equality, empower women in leadership positions, and foster inclusive, effective, and representative diplomatic practices worldwide.
