Women in Education Leadership

Despite progress, gender disparities remain a challenge in higher education leadership. This session will bring together women leaders, policymakers, and advocates to discuss strategies for increasing female representation in academic leadership, research, and decision-making roles.

Key Topics:

• Breaking barriers: Women in senior leadership roles in academia: Discussing the challenges and opportunities for women in senior academic leadership positions.
• Policies for gender equity in higher education governance: How policies can be shaped to foster gender equality in the governance of academic institutions.
• Mentorship programs for women in academia and research: The importance of mentorship in advancing the careers of women in academic and research fields.
• Addressing unconscious bias and systemic barriers to leadership: Strategies for overcoming biases and structural challenges that hinder women from reaching leadership roles.
• Women’s leadership in STEM education and innovation: Highlighting the impact of women leaders in STEM fields and how they drive innovation in education and research.
• Strategies for fostering inclusive workplaces in universities: How to build inclusive environments that support and empower women in higher education.