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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 

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 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. 

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 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

Pod meetings

Grosse Schanze, Bern

Pod meeting

2nd Wednesday of every month

The 500 Women Scientists Logo

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…

Networking apéro

Bern and Fribourg

Networking, Women's rights and visibility

2025, dates TBA

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Our upcoming networking events will offer women from different STEM disciplines and career paths to meet and discuss the career options available to us in Switzerland, including academia, industry and…

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