Alumni from Malaysia’s AWE program presenting on a tech panel in Kuala Lumpur. [U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur photo]

Academy for Women Entrepreneurs Summit

In celebration of International Women’s Day, U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur is hosting the first regional Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) Summit from March 6-9, bringing together nearly 200 ExchangeAlumni, women entrepreneurs and business leaders from across the Indo-Pacific. The AWE Summit will leverage U.S. business expertise and technology in ways that build business acumen, create sustainable growth, ... Read More»

By | 7 March, 2023 | Topics: News | Tags:

Remarks by President Biden on International Women’s Day

On Friday, I submitted to the Senate for confirmation my first slate of nominations for four-star command positions in our Armed Forces — among them, two outstanding and eminently qualified warriors and patriots.  General Jacqueline Van Ovost in the United States Air Force is currently the only female four-star officer serving in our military.  I ... Read More»

By | 8 March, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags:

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International Women’s Day: Gender Protection for Peace Support Operations

U.S. Embassy in Rome Chargé d’Affaires Kelly Degnan opened CoESPU’s 5th gender protection course and underscored the importance of training on women’s rights, gender equality, and combating violence against women in order to achieve our shared goal of peace and security. The initiative is a reflection of our determination to renew our commitment to human ... Read More»

By | 8 March, 2017 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Deputy Chief of Mission | Tags: ,

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CG Countryman Encourages Women to #BeBoldForChange

“Things have become easier as I moved up in my career path, but not because my job is easier. Things have become easier also because men have changed their mindsets, and are now very supportive of women in the workplace.” Consul General Countryman spoke at an International Women’s Day event hosted by the Allied Joint ... Read More»

By | 8 March, 2017 | Topics: Consul General, Consulate General Naples | Tags: ,

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