Our BA English Philology student 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐚 𝐏𝐚𝐤𝐚𝐥𝐤𝐚𝐢𝐭ė and MA English Studies student 𝐋𝐚𝐫𝐚 𝐒𝐮 𝐘𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐧 recently attended a panel discussion hosted by 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐀𝐦𝐛𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐝𝐨𝐫 𝐋𝐢𝐳 𝐁𝐨𝐲𝐥𝐞𝐬, “𝐖𝐡𝐨 𝐆𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐚 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞? 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧’𝐬 𝐑𝐨𝐥𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧-𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠.”

Reflecting on the experience, 𝐋𝐚𝐫𝐚 𝐒𝐮 𝐘𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐧 shared:

“After listening to the enlightening stories of women from various fields—International Relations, Politics, STEM, and Finance—I can see more clearly how the issue of gender inequality differs in shape but remains the same in its core. I am very grateful to the panelists and attendees for sharing their concerns and advocating for urgent action. But most importantly, I thank the panelists for encouraging women to believe in their self-worth and say, ‘I deserve a seat at the table.’”

𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐚 𝐏𝐚𝐤𝐚𝐥𝐤𝐚𝐢𝐭ė:

"I had the great honor of attending an event organized by the British Embassy in Lithuania on the role of women in decision-making. It was an inspiring experience that once again encouraged me to reflect on leadership and responsibility in building a more just society.

It was particularly interesting to hear the insights and experiences of leaders from different fields. The discussion highlighted that meaningful change requires concrete action, broader inclusion of voices, a genuine recognition of the value of equality, and decisions with long-term impact.

The research and statistics presented about the situation in Lithuania were especially thought-provoking, and the lively, engaging discussion also addressed contemporary challenges, including artificial intelligence, social exclusion, and the persistent gender inequality still present in some areas.

This meeting prompted me to reflect on the idea that equality is built through everyday decisions, the courage to raise questions, and the willingness to include more voices."

British Embassy Vilnius, Thank you for inviting our students!

Thank you Lara and Greta!