Recent Events

Movie Screening and Conversation in Iceland

On May 14, 2025, hosted a screening of The Day Iceland Stood Still followed by a conversation with H.E. Ambassador Svanhildur Holm Valsdottir, exploring Iceland’s culture and diplomacy through film.

Breakfast in the European Union

On May 6, 2025, the WDS gathered for a breakfast and conversation with H.E. Ambassador Jovita Neliupsiene at the European Union Residence, discussing transatlantic cooperation and current EU-U.S. priorities.

Afternoon Tea at the British Embassy

On March 21, 2025, hosted an afternoon tea and panel discussion with women diplomats at the British Embassy, highlighting gender leadership and the evolving role of women in diplomacy.

Lunch In Malta

On February 4, 2025, hosted Lunch in Malta with H.E. Ambassador Godfrey Xuereb, featuring a conversation on diplomacy and a dialogue on Malta’s global role.

Dinner in Singapore

On January 8, 2025, the WDS welcomed the new year with an elegant Dinner in Singapore, featuring a fireside chat with H.E. Ambassador Lui Tuck Yew. The evening highlighted U.S.–Singapore relations, ASEAN, and regional cooperation in today’s evolving global landscape.

An Evening in Trinidad and Tobago

On December 5, 2024, the WDS closed the year with a vibrant celebration: An Evening in Trinidad and Tobago. Guests enjoyed cultural conversations and rum and chocolate tasting.

Lunch in Mexico

On November 12, 2024, lunch with H.E. Ambassador Esteban Moctezuma Barragán at the Mexican Cultural Institute. Our discussion centered on a timely agenda of U.S.–Mexico bilateral relations and the new administration.

U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum

On October 22, 2024, conversations with Susan Warsinger- Surviving the Holocaust.

Champagne Reception in Guatemala

On October 2, the WDS was honored to host a Champagne Reception with Ambassador Hugo Beteta. The special evening celebrated international friendship and women's empowerment, featuring guest: Friendship Bridge - Empowering Women in Guatemala.

U.S. Institute of Peace

On March 27, 2024, at the U.S. Institute of Peace featuring H.E. Ambassador David Scheffer, Ambassador-at-Large for War Crimes

A Cooking Demonstration at the Royal Thai Embassy


On February 29, Chef Wattanaphong Kongwattana led a cooking demonstration at the Royal Thai Embassy. A speical thank you to H.E. Ambassador Tanee Sangrat for hosting us!

Coffee in
Mozambique

On January 23, 2024, WDS members kicked off the new year with coffee and conversations with H.E. Ambassador Alfredo Fabiao Nuvunga of the Republic of Mozambique.

Lunch in Lithuania

On November 16, 2023, we were honored to be hosted by H.E. Ambassador Audra Plepyte at The Republic of Lithuania for Lunch and Conversation "Transatlantic Relationships."

The Wilson House

On October 3, 2023, The Women’s Diplomatic Series gathered for “Tea & Private Tour with Discussions on First Lady Edith Wilson” at the Woodrow Wilson House.

Fall Kickoff Luncheon

On September 27, 2023, WDS member Sabina Fogle welcomed our members to her lovely home in Potomac, Maryland. WDS member and author Leslie Lautenslager regaled us with stories from her new book, “My Time with General Colin Powell: Stories of Kindness, Diplomacy, and Protocol.”

Breakfast in Tunisia

On May 20, 2023, we were graciously hosted by H.E. Ambassador Hanène Tajouri Bessassi at the Tunisian Residence.