Overview
Delivery method
Online
Duration
5 hours
Audience
All public servants at all levels; open to the general public
Description
The International Day of Women and Girls in Science is a call to celebrate the achievements of leaders in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) and empower the next generation to pursue careers in science. It also fosters essential dialogues on equity, innovation and the transformative power of diverse perspectives for the future of STEM.
This event will highlight the pivotal role of women in transforming research into innovation by exploring ways to advance equity, leadership and sustainable progress across STEM sectors. It will also champion progress, enable knowledge sharing and help shape the world of tomorrow.
Through engaging presentations, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities, participants will explore innovative ways to break down barriers, build bridges, and create a more equitable and inclusive future for Canada and beyond.
Event highlights:
- Learn from trailblazing leaders who are shaping the future of innovationthrough inclusivity and forward-thinking approaches.
- Acquire new skills in leadership, public engagement and community-building across STEM fields.
- Engage with peers and mentors to build supportive networks, foster collaboration, and explore strategies for navigating and thriving in STEM careers.
This event is hosted in partnership with the National Research Council of Canada and the Office of the Chief Science Advisor of Canada.
Speakers
- Julie Lefebvre, Vice President Emerging Technologies; National Research Council
- Mona Nemer, Chief Science Advisor, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
- Asefeh Poshtchi-Oskuei, Project Manager, System and Process Standardization, Clean Energy Innovation, National Research Council
- Catalina Lopez-Correa, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Global Gene
- Marie Zoé Lapierre, Master's Student in Veterinary Science, University of Montréal
- Niloofar Moradi, Director of Business Development, Aerospace, National Research Council
- Annie Martin, Portfolio Manager for the Health Beyond Initiative, Life Sciences and Space Medicine, Canadian Space Agency
- Patricia Debergue, Program Director, Aging in Place Challenge Program
- Mamadou Diop, Medical Biophysics Undergraduate Chair and Associate Professor, Western University
- Cécile Siewe, Assistant Deputy Minister, Meteorological Service of Canada, Environment and Climate Change Canada
- Valerie Taylor, Professor & Head, Department of Psychiatry, Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary
- Taki Sarantakis, President, Canada School of Public Service
- Marcela Carena, Executive Director, Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics
- Denise Gareau, Director of Research and Innovation, Women and Gender Equality Canada
