The importance of women’s representation in politics We kicked off our global conversation on women in politics with a special video message from Representative Judy Chu from California’s 27th Congressional District. She highlights that we currently have 130 elected women in congress, the highest number in U.S. history to date. Representative Chu remarks, “more women… Read More
Vote, Run, Lead: A Virtual Dialogue on Women’s Political Participation
REGISTER HERE Here in the US, 2020 marks the centennial of the ratification of the 19th Amendment, granting women the right to vote in 1920. It was the first legislation for women’s voting rights. In recognition and celebration of this momentous occasion, the San Diego Diplomacy Council is spotlighting the importance of women’s full and… Read More
An Inspiring Face of Exchange
As the U.S. Department of State celebrates its 80th anniversary of the International Leaders Visitors Program (IVLP), it has been sharing the stories of program alumni, who visited our community. It was our pleasure hosting Dr. Nadina Christopoulou as she came to San Diego 5 years ago! Dr. Nadina Christopoulou is an anthropologist empowering migrant and refugee women in… Read More
Visit of one the 2020 International Women of Courage awardees
The San Diego Diplomacy Council will be hosting a recipient of the U.S. Secretary of State’s International Women of Courage (IWOC) Award on March 10-14 as part of a two-week exchange program. The IWOC Award annually recognizes women from around the world who have demonstrated exceptional courage, strength and leadership in acting to improve others’… Read More
Program Spotlight: Women in Peace & Security
In partnership with the U.S. Department of State, the San Diego Diplomacy Council brought 32 female leaders across Europe and the Western Hemisphere to San Diego to discuss how women are critical to preventing and resolving conflict, countering violent extremism and building post-conflict peace and stability. During their 4 days visit, they met with local… Read More
