This competition is held in conjunction with International Women’s Day and Commonwealth Day on 8 and 11 March respectively.
Eligibility
Applicants must be Malaysian women residing in Malaysia, between the ages of 18 and 25.
How to enter competition
Submit a one-minute video answering the question, “If you were High Commissioner in a Commonwealth country, what issue would you champion and why?”.
Post the entry video on either X, Instagram, Facebook, or LinkedIn with the hashtag #HCforADayMY and tag @UKinMalaysia. You can also email the video link to UKinMalaysia@fcdo.gov.uk.
Follow the British High Commission on X for more details of the competition.
The deadline for entries is 19 February 2025, and each individual is only permitted one entry.
Acting British High Commissioner to Malaysia, David Wallace said:
Our High Commissioner for a Day campaign is back after an overwhelming response last year. We started this programme last year to empower girls, engage young leaders and provide a money-can’t-buy experience to participate in the world of diplomacy. We want to give aspiring women leaders a platform to advocate for the cause of your choice.
One of last year’s winner, Devana Zamain said:
Winning the High Commissioner for A Day competition pushed me out of my comfort zone, broadened my horizons, and helped me break into the impact industry in Sabah as a fresh graduate.
It empowered me to empower others. If you’re doubting yourself, just remember that nobody is a nobody. Your passion and voice matter.
Take the chance because you never know where it might lead you.
Another winner, Aqila Alya said:
It has been a unique experience for me. From a parliamentary meeting with YB Hannah Yeoh, followed by networking lunch and fireside chat, and lastly the Royal Commonwealth Society reception, I learned a lot about diplomatic settings and making genuine connections.
This programme really acts as an eye-opener for youth that’s still exploring their career paths and those interested in diplomatic relations.
