Diversity in International Arbitration and the Role of Arbitration Institutions

In recent years, there have been many discussions and surveys on the lack of diversity in the wider field of international arbitration as well as numerous initiatives aiming to promote the inclusion of women, younger arbitrators, and different racial groups. However, diverse and underrepresented groups still face many obstacles. This article focuses on diversity in the international arbitration context and presents the available data on arbitrator appointments and diversity of the most prominent arbitration institutions. It then identifies the key barriers to entering the arbitration field. Based on the data, the article evaluates the role and initiatives of arbitration institutions and the arbitration community in further promoting diversity and proposes ideas to strengthen diversity.