Events
We organise a variety of events focused on networking, outreach and science communication, and promoting the rights and visibility of women in STEM. The list below shows our upcoming events, as well as those recommended by our members, below. To co-organise an event with us, or to recommend an event or a group with similar goals, use our contact page. To view past events, click here.
We organise casual networking events to connect women in STEM in our region. As well as meeting new people we facilitate discussion on career paths, job opportunities, resources and support.
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Networking
Outreach
We organise outreach events to speak to people of all ages and educational or professional backgrounds about the scientific work that is taking place here in Bern and Fribourg.
Women's visibility
Women are still underrepresented in STEM fields, especially at later career stages. We work to increase the visibility of women in science and the rights and opportunities of women in Switzerland.
Upcoming events
Frauenstreik 2025
Bern
Women's rights and visibility
The swiss women's strike takes place every year on the 14th of June. Women of all backgrounds unite to protest issues including unfair wages, unpaid labour and gendered violence. Members…
Networking apéro
Hauptgebäude, UniBern
Networking, Women's rights and visibility
Join us for a discussion of non-academic career options for scientists, including several guest speakers who have made the transition between academia and industry in Switzerland.
The event is free…
Pod meetings
Grosse Schanze, Bern
Pod meeting
We meet on the second Wednesday of each month at 18:30 to exchange ideas, discuss ongoing projects and socialise. Everyone is welcome, so if you're new or curious about th…