Women at the forefront: Regional diplomats network launched in Sarajevo
The Western Balkans Six Women Diplomats Network was officially launched in Sarajevo, creating a regional platform to strengthen women’s leadership in diplomacy and promote gender equality in foreign policy. The initiative supports closer regional cooperation and marks an important step in implementing commitments under the Berlin Process.
A new regional platform aimed at strengthening the role of women in diplomacy has been officially launched in Sarajevo. The Western Balkans Six Women Diplomats Network brings together female diplomats from across the region to promote cooperation, support women’s leadership, and advance gender equality in foreign policy.
The launch event was organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Bosnia and Herzegovina in cooperation with the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH through the Regional Cooperation for EU Integration project, funded by the Federal Republic of Germany.
The establishment of the network represents an important step toward creating stronger connections among women diplomats from the Western Balkans and providing a platform for exchange, mutual support, and professional development. By fostering dialogue and collaboration, the initiative seeks to strengthen women’s participation and visibility in diplomatic processes across the region.
The launch of the network also marks the beginning of the implementation of commitments made within the framework of the Berlin Process. By promoting women’s leadership and strengthening regional cooperation, the initiative contributes to advancing inclusive and modern diplomatic practices in the Western Balkans.
Through initiatives such as the Western Balkans Six Women Diplomats Network, partners in the region continue to reaffirm their commitment to greater gender equality and stronger regional cooperation as part of their broader efforts toward European integration.