Women's Evening @ ICAA 20 (2026)

Tuesday, 15 September
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Foyer

This evening event, organized by the Women@DGM network, will bring together female participants of ICAA 20 for an open exchange on gender equality, career paths, and professional experiences in the field of aluminium and aluminium alloys. In an informal setting, participants will have the opportunity to connect, share perspectives, and discuss challenges and opportunities in science and industry. The format is designed to encourage personal conversation, networking, and mutual support in a welcoming atmosphere.

As part of the evening, one discussion will focus on a topic many women in academia (and beyond) encounter in their daily work:

Agenda highlight: Saying no and setting boundaries

Women in academia are highly committed, often more so than this commitment is visibly recognized or rewarded. Are women asked too often to take on additional tasks? Why is it so difficult to decline requests? And how can boundaries be set without being perceived as uncollegial?

This networking event provides space for open exchange, personal experiences, and collective reflection. The aim is to identify patterns, share perspectives, and discuss strategies for confidently navigating expectations in everyday academic life.

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

Register for Women's Evening: