KUWAIT: The British Embassy hosted its inaugural ‘Women’s Diwaniya’ on Sunday, May 18, bringing together female leaders from many different sectors to mark Kuwaiti Women’s Day on Friday, May 16. This new initiative - which is set to run on a quarterly basis, reflects the Embassy’s ongoing commitment to strengthening partnerships with female leaders and creating dedicated spaces where they can network and discuss key issues.

The decision to launch a Women’s Diwaniya follows the success of the Women in Business-themed Ghabga the Embassy hosted during Ramadan - and builds on broader efforts to support and empower women and girls through initiatives such as its ‘Future Female Leaders in Sport’ program, run in collaboration with the UK’s ‘Safeguarding Alliance’ and Kuwait’s Public Authority for Sport.

Speaking at the event, Belinda Lewis, British Ambassador to Kuwait, said: “Kuwaiti Women’s Day offers a moment to celebrate the incredible achievements of women here, both past and present, and to inspire the next generation of female leaders. It is also a chance to reflect on the shared and different challenges faced by women across the world, the progress made and barriers still to be dismantled. I am proud that the British Embassy team has hosted this evening’s Women’s Diwaniya, where female leaders from many different sectors can connect, collaborate and support one another.”