British High Commissioner Lindy Cameron Invites Indian Women to Be ‘High Commissioner for a Day’
The British High Commission in New Delhi is offering Indian women aged 18-23 a chance to experience a day as one of the UK’s top diplomats. This is part of the ‘High Commissioner for a Day’ competition, celebrating the International Day of the Girl Child on October 11.
How to Enter
To participate, applicants need to submit a one-minute video answering the question: ‘How can the UK and India collaborate on technology to benefit future generations?’ The video should be shared on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn, tagging ‘@UKinIndia’ and using the hashtag ‘#DayOfTheGirl’. The deadline for submissions is September 4, 2024. Applicants must also complete an online form to finalize their entry.
Statements from Lindy Cameron
Lindy Cameron, the British High Commissioner to India, emphasized the importance of the UK-India Technology Security Initiative, which aims to collaborate on critical technologies. She stated, ‘The High Commissioner for a Day Competition is an incredible opportunity to nurture future women leaders and to hear about the change they want to see in the world.’
Previous Winners
Last year’s winner, Shreya Dharmarajan from Chennai, participated in various diplomatic activities, including leading discussions at the UN office in New Delhi on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and launching a report on electric vehicle charging infrastructure with the Delhi Transport Department.
Support and Future Goals
The competition is supported by Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts and aims to enhance the lives of girls and women globally. The ‘High Commissioner for a Day’ programme will be held in-person in Delhi.
Doubts Revealed
British High Commissioner -: A British High Commissioner is like an ambassador who represents the UK in another country. Lindy Cameron is the current British High Commissioner to India.
High Commissioner for a Day -: This is a special competition where one young Indian woman gets to act as the British High Commissioner for one day, experiencing what it’s like to be a leader.
International Day of the Girl Child -: This is a special day celebrated on October 11 every year to recognize the rights of girls and the unique challenges they face around the world.
UK-India tech collaboration -: This means working together on technology projects between the United Kingdom and India. Participants need to make a video about this topic.
Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts -: This is a famous group of luxury hotels that is helping to support the competition.
Sustainable Development Goals -: These are global goals set by the United Nations to make the world a better place by 2030, like ending poverty and protecting the planet.
diplomatic activities -: These are activities related to managing international relations, like meetings and discussions between countries.
