Inspiring the Next Generation: Special Reward for Girls at the Rudaga-Kaissa Chess Festival 2025
The charming seaside town of Jūrmala, Latvia, once again welcomed young chess enthusiasts for the Rudaga-Kaissa Chess Festival, held from 22–27 July 2025. This FIDE-endorsed event is a true celebration of youth chess – blending high-level competition with fun activities, cultural experiences, and the relaxed atmosphere of a family holiday by the sea. The FIDE […]
August is for Women in Chess: Join the Global Women’s Chess Marathon
As part of FIDE’s 2025 Year of Social Chess, each month is dedicated to celebrating how chess can make a positive impact in society. This August, we shine the spotlight on Women in Chess — a month-long global celebration aimed at empowering women and girls through the game we all love. The FIDE Commission for […]
Happy International Chess Day!
Happy International Chess Day! Today, the world celebrates the timeless game that connects us across borders, cultures, and generations. Chess teaches us strategy, resilience, and creativity – and most of all – it brings together a global community bound by shared passion. As the FIDE Commission for Women’s Chess (WOM), we especially take this opportunity […]
World Refugee Day Celebration in Kakuma
To mark World Refugee Day on June 20th, FIDE and the global chess community – including the FIDE Commission for Women’s Chess – joined in celebrating refugees and the power of chess through a special weekend of events in Kakuma, Kenya, under the spirit of the Chess for Protection project. Our project Girls’ Club was […]
FIDE Women’s World Cup begins on 5th July!
One of the biggest events in the women’s chess calendar is just around the corner! From July 5 to 29, the coastal city of Batumi, Georgia will host the FIDE Women’s World Cup 2025 – a prestigious knockout tournament bringing together 107 of the world’s best players from 46 federations. This year’s World Cup offers […]
Rising Like Queens: A Powerful Day for Girls in Kakuma Refugee Camp
On Saturday, June 28th, something truly extraordinary happened in Kakuma Refugee Camp in Kenya. Over 330 girls gathered for a special on-site chess event! It was a special day – featuring motivational talks and friendly chess matches – transforming what is usually a virtual connection into a vibrant, in-person celebration of empowerment through chess. The […]
Queen’s Gambit Challenge: 1st stage
Our project – the Queen’s Gambit Challenge launched on April 5, 2025, as a global initiative designed to reduce the barriers women face in learning and advancing in chess. With the slogan of empowerment and inclusivity, the project offered free, high-quality training by licensed coaches, accessible to women and girls from diverse backgrounds. Over 480 […]
Empowering Through Chess: Celebrating Refugee Awareness Month in Kakuma
In 2025, FIDE has dedicated the year to Social Chess, recognizing the power of the game to connect communities, build valuable skills and create meaningful change. Each month, new social projects are highlighted and supported, expanding the reach and impact of what chess can achieve. With June designated as Refugee Awareness Month, culminating in World […]
The 2025 Cairns Cup Has Kicked Off with a Bang!
The fifth edition of the Cairns Cup is officially underway at the Saint Louis Chess Club, running from June 8–21. One of the strongest women’s tournaments in the world, the Cairns Cup brings together ten top players from around the globe to battle it out in a classical round-robin for event’s record $250,000 prize fund. […]
Norway Chess 2025: High Stakes, Legendary Moments, and Equal Pay
What a ride! The 2025 edition of Norway Chess was packed with drama, excitement, and some truly unforgettable (& very meme-worthy) moments – yes, we know exactly what Gukesh meant when asked about his most memorable moment. But beyond the laughs and the thrill, Norway Chess once again proved that it’s one of the most […]