Program Description

In January 2023, BPIA launched the first cohort of the Madam Ambassador International Career Exposure Program. This program educates a group of young ladies ages 13-21 in the Arlington/Alexandria Virginia area.

The Program Includes

• Interactive International Career Paths Seminar
• 1:1 Mentorship with International Affairs Professionals 
• Building your Dream Career Vision Board Session
• Dress for Success and Cultural Etiquette 
• Participating as a delegation at the annual State Department's Model United Nations Conference hosted by UNA-NCA and meeting senior-level officials
• Afternoon Tea Garden Party hosted by Saudi Ambassador to the United States, HRH Reema bint Bandar Al Saud
• Meeting women leaders of color across industries

This program is funded in-part by the Arlington (VA) Chapter of the Links Inc.

How to Apply

The 2024 applications period is now closed. They typically open in January.  For questions, please contact Michelle Washington at madamambassador@iabpia.org.