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, […]