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- She is the first woman ever appointed as Saudi Ambassador to the U.S.
- She is a leader in sports and women’s empowerment. She helped create opportunities for women in fitness, health , and public life.
Saudi Arabia is changing, and Princess Reema Bint Bandar Bin Sultan Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud is a key leader in this transformation.
In 2019, she made history by becoming the first woman ever appointed as Saudi Arabia’s Ambassador to the United States. A major milestone in the country’s diplomatic history.
But her leadership journey didn’t start there.
Let’s explore her life, career, and impact.
Who is Reema Bint Bandar
Princess Reema was born in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Her dad, Prince Bandar Bin Sultan, was the Saudi Ambassador to the U.S. from 1983 to 2005. Because of this, she spent a lot of her childhood in Washington, D.C.
Education in the United States :
She studied in the U.S. and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from Mount Vernon College at George Washington University in 1999.
This early exposure to American culture and education shaped her into a global thinker and leader.
Breaking Barriers: Career and Achievements
Princess Reema has done many great things for women in Saudi Arabia.
🏀 Sports Leadership
- She was the first woman to lead a sports group in Saudi Arabia.
- She became President of the Saudi Arabian Federation for Community Sports.
- She worked as Deputy of Planning and Development at the General Sports Authority.
💼 Business and Social Work
- She started a company called Alf Khair to help the community.
- She created the KSA 10 initiative to promote women’s health.
- She organized the largest pink ribbon event for breast cancer awareness, which made it into the Guinness World Records.
- She co-founded the Zahra Breast Cancer Association.
- She led a Women’s Everest expedition to raise awareness about sports and cancer.
🇺🇸 History-Maker: Saudi Ambassador to the United States
In 2019, Princess Reema became the first woman to be Saudi Arabia’s Ambassador to the U.S. This was a big moment for the country. Her appointment was signed by Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman and showed progress for women in leadership roles. As ambassador, she helps strengthen ties between Saudi Arabia and the U.S. in trade, security, and culture.
Other Important Roles
Before becoming ambassador, Princess Reema held many important jobs:
- CEO of ALFA International.
- Head of the Women’s Division at the General Sports Authority.
- Member of the World Bank’s Women Entrepreneurs Finance Initiative Advisory Board.
- Member of the Saudi Olympic and Paralympic Committee.
- Part of the International Olympic Committee.
Recognition and Awards
Her work has earned her international recognition:
- Ranked #16 in Forbes Middle East’s Top 200 Most Powerful Arab Women (2014)
- Listed among Fast Company’s “100 Most Creative People” (2014)
These honors show how much impact she has had — both inside and outside Saudi Arabia.
Final Thoughts
Princess Reema Bint Bandar is not just a royal; she is a leader, a visionary, and a role model for young Saudi women. She supports women’s health and sports and represents her country globally, helping to create a modern Saudi Arabia.
Her role as ambassador to the U.S. was not only a personal achievement but also a strong sign of change.
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