High Commission of Canada introduces Ambassador for a Day to Celebrate International Day of Women.

To celebrate International Women's Day 2023 the High Commission of Canada in Pakistan hosted its first ever Ambassador for the Day on March 15th. This initiative aimed to provide the opportunity for a young Pakistani woman to step into the shoes of a Canadian diplomat and experience the day-to-day responsibilities of this important role.

The Ambassador for the Day had the chance to meet with Canadian diplomats, engage with international donor agencies, foreign and Pakistani officials and participate in a range of activities that gave her unique insights into the workings of a diplomatic mission. She also joined in various meetings with the High Comissioner where she had the opportunity to ask in-depth questions and meet the changemakers who are working to create positive change in Pakistan.

"We are thrilled to launch the Ambassador for a Day event and to provide a unique opportunity for a young woman to experience the world of diplomacy first-hand," said the High Commissioner of Canada to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Her Excellency Leslie Scanlon. "Canada has a long and proud tradition of supporting gender equality and women's empowerment. Guided by Canada's feminist foreign policy, we are advancing and investing in a suite of feminist policies, programs and initiatives that promote women's socio-economic empowerment, encourage gender equity in climate change mitigation, and empower communities to address gender norms. Through this initiative, we hope to encourage and inspire young girls and women in Pakistan to pursue their dreams and show them that they can make a difference."

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