This lunchtime session will bring together female participants of the Additive 2026 Conference to discuss gender equality topics in manufacturing, particularly additive manufacturing, in an open and accessible setting. The format is informal and discussion-driven. Participants have lunch, join a table, and engage directly in conversation. To kick-start the conversation, short "lessons learned" presentations will provide practical starting points. 

What to expect (60 minutes):

• Welcome and moderation by three female hosts
• Networking Lunch
• Informal "Lessons learned” pitches
  Technical insight perspective: Khadija Sarquah, ABCircular.
  Courage perspective: Samira Gruber, Fraunhofer IWS.
  Societal perspective: Dr. Sylke Ernst, Head of the Equality Unit, Universität Kassel.
  Career perspective: Prof. Dr.-Ing. habil. Carolin Körner, FAU Erlangen Nürnberg. 
• Discussions in a respectful and protective atmosphere
• A Takeaway-Board
   

Participation is free of charge. Participation is reserved for registered female conference participants. For planning purposes, female conference participants are kindly requested to register via this link.
 

Time:
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Location:
Seminar Room 1