Dates
Empowering Women in Innovation: International Women's Day Celebration
Date: March 7th, 2024
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Location: Convergence Centre (Atrium and Connector Suites), 999 Collip Circle, Western Discovery Park, London, Ontario
RSVP required by March 4th, 2024.
Description:
Join us for a celebration of International Women's Day at our event, "Empowering Women in Innovation," hosted in partnership by Western’s Innovation & Strategic Partnerships portfolio (Western Research Parks, Strategic Partnerships, and WORLDiscoveries). This morning event is dedicated to honouring the remarkable achievements and contributions of all those who identify as women in the field of innovation. All are invited to join this inclusive event, regardless of gender identity.
Join us for an event fostering a community that uplifts and connects women, celebrates diversity and strength, and offers a platform for story-sharing and idea exchange through the following Event Highlights:
- Themed Tables: Engage in stimulating discussions surrounding women in the workplace at our drop-in themed tables.
- Inspiration Zone: View a display of inspiring quotes and videos in The Connector Suites through the newly upgraded, state-of-the-art A/V system.
- Networking: Connect with colleagues and women ambassadors from Western's Innovation & Strategic Partnerships portfolio, including representatives from Western Research Parks, Strategic Partnerships, and WORLDiscoveries.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to enjoy complimentary refreshments catered by Black Walnut Bakery Cafe to celebrate the spirit of innovation and empowerment with us!
About Western's Innovation & Strategic Partnerships portfolio:
Western Research Parks, a leading innovation, science & technology hub in Canada, is the catalyst for commercialization, partnership development, research translation, and entrepreneurial learning opportunities at Western University. With a history spanning over three decades, Western Research Parks serves as a strong link between academics and commerce, playing a pivotal role in bringing ideas or discoveries from concept to marketplace.
The Strategic Partnerships office at Western University drives innovation and research impact by leading significant research initiatives aligned with the university's core strengths across different faculties and researchers. They facilitate connections between partners and appropriate researchers, faculties, facilities, or institutes, offer guidance on funding opportunities, assist with knowledge translation, and showcase impact stories from their research partnerships.
WORLDiscoveries is the tech transfer & business development office for Western University, Robarts Research Institute, and Lawson Health Research Institute. WORLDiscoveries leverages their extensive industry connections, specialized market knowledge, and expertise in business development to support inventors in commercializing their discoveries. WORLDiscoveries’ primary avenues for achieving this are licensing opportunities and establishing new company startups.
Photography:
Please be advised that photographs and video may be taken at Western Research Parks events for use on Western Research Parks' web, print and social properties. We won’t sell your photo, but we may share it with media and/or partner organizations. By attending this and any Western Research Parks event, you consent to being photographed and/or filmed, and to your image or likeness being used at Western Research Parks' discretion.
