To mark the International Day of Women in Diplomacy, EU Ambassador to Zambia and COMESA, Karolina Stasiak, hosted an event at the EU Residence, bringing together diplomats and young leaders to explore how more women can be supported to pursue leadership roles in diplomacy and public service.

The event highlighted both the progress women have made in diplomatic leadership and the continued need to create more inclusive pathways for future generations.

The first panel discussion, Inspirational Stories: Women in Diplomacy, featured senior women leaders who shared candid reflections on their professional journeys, the barriers they have overcome, and the skills needed to succeed in an increasingly complex global landscape. Ambassador Karolina Stasiak was joined by the Swedish Embassy’s Head of Cooperation, Christine Wedekull, the EU Delegation’s Head of Administration, Eeva Tella, and Team Leader Lana Zutelija. Representatives from EU Member States also contributed to the discussion, with Finland sharing its achievement of gender parity in diplomacy and France and Germany offering reflections on advancing women’s leadership.

Read more at: https://www.eeas.europa.eu/delegations/zambia/empowering-next-generation-female-leaders-zambia_en