– Guyana joins global observance of International Day of Women in Diplomacy 2025

THE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Co-operation has joined the global community in observing the International Day of Women in Diplomacy 2025, reaffirming its commitment to advancing gender equality and celebrating the vital role women play in shaping global diplomacy.

Under this year’s theme, “Eliminating Structural Barriers to Women’s Leadership in Diplomacy,” the Ministry highlighted the urgent need to dismantle persistent inequalities that continue to limit women’s full participation in international affairs.

In its statement, the Ministry recognised the significant contributions of women diplomats around the world—past and present—who have helped build bridges across cultures, advanced international co-operation, negotiated peace agreements, and defended human rights. These women, the Ministry noted, have displayed “unwavering commitment, strategic acumen, and moral clarity,” leaving a lasting mark on global diplomacy.
“While women remain underrepresented in many diplomatic spheres, their role as architects of peace, stewards of cooperation, and champions of multilateralism is increasingly being recognised and celebrated,” the statement read.

The Ministry further emphasised the importance of transforming diplomatic institutions to become more inclusive, and committed to supporting initiatives that empower women to lead at all levels of international affairs.
“As we look to the future, we commit to continuing our work to promote their participation, which is essential to building a more just, peaceful, and equitable world,” it said.
The Ministry also used the occasion to celebrate the contributions of Guyanese women in the Foreign Service, who continue to play a key role in promoting Guyana’s interests and diplomacy on the global stage in the 21st century.

The International Day of Women in Diplomacy was established to honour the achievements and resilience of women in Foreign Service and to advocate for gender parity across all areas of diplomacy.