FIDE releases Gender Equality in Chess Index 2026
Second edition of the GECI ranks 119 federations, with all regions showing improvement since 2023 Brisbane, Queensland – On International Women’s Day, the FIDE Women in Chess Commission (WOM) and The University of Queensland published the second edition of the Gender Equality in Chess Index (GECI), a comprehensive measure of female participation, performance, and progress […]
Chess Women’s Day Celebration 2026: Visible, Connected, Worldwide
Throughout the month of March, the FIDE Commission for Women’s Chess once again brings the global chess community together through the Chess Women’s Day Celebration, inviting federations, clubs, academies and organisers worldwide to celebrate women and girls in chess. Following the inspiring success of last year’s first global celebration, the 2026 edition continues under the […]
Amazon Region Joins the Chess Women’s Day Celebration!
As the FIDE Commission for Women’s Chess, we launched the Chess Women’s Day Celebrations – Visible, Connected, Worldwide initiative to celebrate girls and women in chess, while also connecting organizers and highlighting their inspiring efforts to make our game more accessible across the globe. We warmly invite everyone to join this movement – and today, […]
Thinking Sideways, Confidence and Chess with WGM Shahade
On 22 February 2026, the non-profit organization Business Meets Chess and Kids hosted a special online session titled Thinking Sideways, Confidence and Chess with WGM Jennifer Shahade, bringing together girls from around the world for two hours of learning, inspiration and competition. The event is part of the organization’s Cross Culture Girls Program, which currently […]
Online Arbiter’s Seminar for Women during Women’s Month
This March, as we celebrate the Women’s Chess Day across the world and our initiative Chess Women’s Day Celebration, we are delighted to share an excellent opportunity for women – a free online Arbiter’s Seminar taking place during this special month. We warmly invite all women interested in officiating, learning more about the rules, or […]
Storytelling for Impact: A Special Masterclass on Creating Meaningful Content
As part of the March activities, the FIDE Commission for Women’s Chess is pleased to cooperate with the FIDE Social Commission in supporting the Storytelling & Impact Content Masterclass – a project initiated and led by the FIDE Social Commission, dedicated to creating meaningful visual content for social and sports initiatives. Powerful stories help projects […]
A Women’s Day Celebration in Saint-Tropez with GM Alexandra Kosteniuk
As part of the FIDE Commission for Women’s Chess initiative to celebrate Women’s Chess Day throughout March, we are delighted to once again cooperate with the dynamic organizers in Saint-Tropez for a special International Women’s Day event. On March 8, 2026, the Saint-Tropez chess club “Les Fous de la Vieille Tour” will organize a special […]
2nd International Women’s Tournament for Chess Women’s Day in Germany!
From 3–8 March 2026, the town of Weißenhorn, Germany, will host the 2nd International Women’s Tournament Dedicated to International Women’s Day. The event is organised by the legendary grandmaster and coach Artur Jussupow, whose lifelong dedication to chess development gives the tournament particular depth, and ensures this will be truly a special event. After the […]
Queens’ Online Chess Festival returns in March 2026!
The Queens’ Online Chess Festival will return in March 2026, marking its 6th edition as a global celebration of women’s chess. Organised by the FIDE Commission for Women’s Chess under the Chess4All FIDE WOM Project, the festival will run from March 1-29, 2026 and is dedicated to International Women’s Day (March 8). Participation is free […]
Women Players Shine at Tata Steel Chess Tournament 2026 in Wijk aan Zee
The Tata Steel Chess Tournament 2026 once again took place in Wijk aan Zee, reaffirming its status as one of the most prestigious and historic events on the global chess calendar. Renowned for its unique atmosphere and uncompromising competitive spirit, the tournament brought together elite players across several sections, including the Masters, Challengers, and additional […]