The British Embassy in Lisbon invites female secondary school students in Portugal to enter a competition to be an Ambassador for a Day.
What is Ambassador For A Day
Have you ever wondered what the day-to-day work of an Ambassador is like? This competition will give the winners the unique opportunity to shadow the Ambassador to Portugal and experience engagements that form the core of a diplomatic mission's work.
Why you should enter this competition
Women and girls represent half of the world's population and potential, yet they remain underrepresented in diplomacy, politics, and business. To change this, we need equality of opportunity and strong voices advocating for progress.
This year marks 640 years of the Treaty of Windsor, a historic milestone in the friendship between the United Kingdom and Portugal, the world's oldest alliance. Throughout the history of this friendship, several extraordinary women have left their mark, such as Philippa of Lancaster, whose vision and influence span centuries.
We want to hear from you: Which British or Portuguese woman inspires you, and how does her example motivate you to make a difference?
By entering, you'll have the chance to step behind the scenes of the British Embassy in Lisbon, shadow the Ambassador, and join inspiring conversations during our International Women's Day celebrations.
Who can enter
You can enter this competition if, on 13 March 2026, you are:
- a female student registered in a secondary school in Portugal
- enrolled in years 10 to 12
- available to spend a full day of activities with us at the British Embassy on 13 March 2026
How to submit entry
To enter, you must fill in this form , which includes the following questions:
- Why should you be our next Ambassador for a Day?
- Which British or Portuguese woman inspires you, and how does her example motivate you to make a difference?
You can choose to submit your answers in writing or by uploading a video.
Please read the Terms and conditions for entering the Ambassador for a Day 2026 competition (ODT, 223 KB) before entering.
Important tips
- Please bear in mind that the topic for the 2026 competition is "Women Who Inspire"
- Creativity will be an important judging criterion
- The competition's jury will be comprised of a diverse panel representing different backgrounds to ensure a fair and inclusive evaluation process
