The Diplomat for a Day competition is a joint initiative by the UK, Canadian and US embassies that aims to encourage young women and girls to become leaders and advocates for change. If you win the competition, you will be invited to spend a day with the embassies in Luxembourg, shadowing senior leaders and learning about the work of a diplomat. You will also be able to take part in activities and discussions on the importance of gender equality.
Why you should enter this competition
Women and girls represent half of the world’s population and therefore also half of its potential. Today there are too few women in international diplomacy, including women from under-represented backgrounds, whether ethnic, religious, economic, cultural, or personal identity, among others. Women are not represented at parity in political and business sectors.
To end this underrepresentation, we must ensure equality of opportunity and equitable outcomes for everyone. This is why we, Canada, the United Kingdom and the United States, are working towards gender equality around the world.
Eligibility
You can enter this competition if, when you apply, you
- are a Luxembourg resident
- identify as a girl or woman
- are enrolled in high school in Luxembourg
- are between the ages of 16 and 19 or turn 16 in 2025
- are proficient in English
You must have your parent or legal guardian’s consent to apply. No fees are required to enter this competition.
How to enter
To enter, you must answer the following question
What positive change would you like to see in your community and in the world regarding women’s rights and equality, and how can you contribute to making that change happen?
Record or write your answer and either
or
You must also fill in the Diplomat for a Day 2025 application form and send it to diplomatforadayluxembourg@gmail.com.
Your video or essay must be in English, as communication during Diplomat For a Day will be entirely in English.
Deadline
Make sure you enter the competition on time
Competition opens Monday 6 January 2025
Deadline for applications Sunday 9 February 2025 at 2359 CET
Competition winners contacted 24 February 2025
Diplomat for Day activities 6 March 2025
Apply for the competition by sending your completed and your video or essay by 2359 CET, 9 February 2025.
You should also read the Diplomat For A Day 2025 before you enter.
