In 2022, the UN General Assembly proclaimed June 24 as the International Day of Women in Diplomacy. This initiative aligns with the SDGs, aiming to achieve equal participation of women in decision-making processes against the backdrop of the structural underrepresentation of women in the diplomatic sphere, among others.

In recognition of today, UA Ruhr marks it with key discussion points from "Women at the Forefront of Science Diplomacy," convened on February 13, 2025, in Washington, D.C., co-hosted by The Women in Science Diplomacy Association (WiSDA) and the Embassy of the Federal Republic Germany in Washington DC, in the form of a press release.

During the roundtable, stakeholders from the transatlantic academic exchange and higher education system came together to discuss collaborative strategies supporting women and equality in science diplomacy while being acknowledged, represented, and recognized for their impact on shaping international research networks and policy discussions.

Download the Advancing Equity in Science Diplomacy press release [here] for insights on key discussion points and recommendations.