Women’s Chess Marathon – Week 3: Asia and Australia Celebrate
The third week of the FIDE Women’s Chess Marathon brought remarkable celebrations across Asia and Australia, showcasing both the breadth of participation and the depth of dedication that define women’s chess worldwide. From one of Nepal’s largest women’s tournaments to celebratory events in Australia, the week illustrated how chess connects and empowers girls and women […]
Celebrating FIDE Women’s Month in Australia
As part of the FIDE Women’s Chess Marathon and global FIDE Women’s Month celebrations, Australia hosted a series of inspiring activities this August. These events brought together more than a hundred young players, role models from the Australian chess community, and entire school communities to celebrate and promote girls in chess. Interschool Girls Tournament – […]
International Organizer Seminar announced as part of World Youth Chess Championship 2025
As part of the World Youth Chess Championship 2025 in Durrës, Albania, the Albanian Chess Federation, in cooperation with FIDE WOM and under the auspices of the FIDE Events Commission (EVE), will host the International Organizer Seminar. This seminar is designed to train and certify organizers of international chess events in compliance with FIDE regulations. […]
Women’s Chess Marathon Reaches Nepal: A Historic Celebration of Women and Girls in Chess
As part of FIDE’s Social Year of Chess, August is dedicated to Women in Chess – a month-long celebration of achievements, opportunities, and inspiration. At the heart of this initiative is the Women’s Chess Marathon, with events taking place across all continents. During the third week of the Marathon, Nepal made its mark with one […]
Inspiring Initiatives in South Africa and Zambia – Women’s Marathon Week 2
From South Africa to Zambia, the second week of the Women’s Chess Marathon has highlighted the passion and progress of women in chess across Africa. As part of FIDE’s Social Year of Chess, August is dedicated to Women in Chess – a global celebration of achievements and an inspiration for the next generation. The centerpiece […]
Strong start to the Women’s Chess Marathon! Week 1 – Americas
The month of August was designated by the FIDE as Women’s Chess Month, part of the FIDE Social Year. As part of this global celebration, the Americas Region organized a series of activities between August 1 and 10, in collaboration with the FIDE Women’s Commission and the FIDE America Diversity Commission. These events aimed to […]
“Queen’s Chess Training Workshop” in South Africa – Women’s Chess Marathon
As part of FIDE’s Social Year celebrations, August is dedicated to Women in Chess – a global tribute to women’s achievements in the game and a drive to inspire the next generation. To mark the occasion, the FIDE Commission for Women’s Chess (WOM) has launched the Women’s Chess Marathon, with events celebrating #WomenInChess taking place […]
Queen’s Gambit Challenge Stage 2: Registration OPEN
FIDE and WOM are excited to announce that registration for Stage 2 of the Queen’s Gambit Challenge – Intermediate Training is now open! Following a hugely successful first stage, which brought together 380 female players from over 50 countries, we’re back to support the next chapter in your chess journey. This stage is designed especially […]
Women’s Chess Month Has Officially Begun!
It’s August 1st – and that means the Women’s Chess Marathon is officially underway! As part of FIDE’s Year of Social Chess, this month is dedicated to celebrating women and girls in chess – their stories, achievements, and the growing global community working to make chess more welcoming and accessible to all. Throughout August, we’ll […]
Women’s Chess Marathon: A Global Celebration of Women in Chess – Spotlight on Italy
As part of FIDE’s 2025 Year of Social Chess, each month highlights how chess can bring people together, build communities, and empower individuals. This August, the FIDE Commission for Women’s Chess (WOM) is leading Women’s Chess Month — a global celebration of women and girls in chess. Under the banner of the Women’s Chess Marathon, […]