ttopstart gives workshop about gender equality and funding at TOPX Summit 

12 September 2022

Are you an ambitious woman in Life Sciences? Join us at the TOPX Summit on the 22 and 23 of September in Oss! ttopstart will give a workshop on the topic of “Gender equality and funding”.

About ttopstart’s workshop

Andrea Slot and Rocío Díez Arazola will lead a session about inclusiveness, gender equality and funding. ttopstart wants to contribute to the Sustainable Development Goal 5 (gender equality & women empowerment) and to achieve better societal impact with an inclusive approach.

What will you learn in the workshop?

  • How to consider the gender dimension in research plans when writing proposals (e.g. funding schemes and gender equality plan).
  • How to empower your career development with academic leadership skills and trainings.

About TOPX Summit

TOPX Summit is a high-quality career development and empowerment conference, organised by and for ambitious women in Life Sciences. TOPX Summit aims to make the top of the Life Sciences & Health sector more diverse and inclusive, by supporting and empowering women in their personal growth, career development and networking. Women in various stages in their career are invited to join the summit: young professionals as well as mid-career and senior professionals are welcome. They also specifically encourage men to join the first general day of the summit to participate in the discussion!

Attend the first edition of TOPX Summit on 22-23 September 2022 for a unique programme that offers:

  • Panel discussions
    Prominent Life Science professionals debate strong statements and questions.
  • Deep dives workshops
    In-depth discussions with industry leaders and the audience, as well as training sessions to improve your personal skills.
  • Personal stories & Lessons learned
    Sessions with personal stories where women share their experiences and provide advice and knowledge to other women. ttopstart director Sietske Zager will host a panel discussion on how to become boardroom ready.
  • 1-on-1 speed dates with biotech CEOs & coaches
    Schedule 1-on-1 meetings with biotech CEOs, coaches, and mentors to obtain personal advice.
  • Networking moments
    Connect with other people and broaden your network during the multiple networking moments, including the networking lunches, social activity, and drinks.

Ticket giveaway

We are giving away two FREE tickets for this unique event (value €645,- per ticket). Please send us an e-mail with a short motivation why you would like to visit the TOPX Summit. We will let you know on Friday September 17 if you are one of the lucky winners!

How to register?

Didn’t win one of the tickets but you would like to attend? Secure your ticket for TOPX Summit via https://www.hyphenprojects.nl/reg-topx-summit-2022/topx-summit-2022/Site/Register join us at the TOPX Summit on 22-23 September 2022. This unique programme supports and empowers female professionals to take on leadership roles, build on valuable connections, and make it to the top of the Health & Life Science industry. For more information about TOPX Summit, the programme and registration visit the website www.hyphenprojects.nl/topx.

“ttopstart will lead a session about inclusiveness, gender equality and funding. ttopstart wants to contribute to the Sustainable Development Goal 5 (gender equality & women empowerment) and to achieve better societal impact with an inclusive approach.”

– ANDREA SLOT, MSC CONSULTANT AT TTOPSTART

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