Accelerating Impact Series: Celebrating Women in Science & Leadership – Accelerating Action for Gender Equality #InternationalWomensDay

Welcome to The Accelerating Impact Series, hosted by the Women and Infants Research Foundation (WIRF), which is an online initiative designed to enhance the skills and impact of researchers, healthcare professionals, and community stakeholders in women’s health, pregnancy, and infant care. Focused on research translation, community engagement, and philanthropy, it covers topics like preventative medicine and the latest advancements in health, while offering expert speakers, discussions, and networking opportunities.

Session 1: Celebrating Women in Science & Leadership – Accelerating Action for Gender Equality

As we approach International Women’s Day (IWD) 2025, we invite you to join us in celebrating women’s achievements in science and leadership. With this year’s IWD theme, "Accelerate Action," we are reminded of the urgent need to address systemic barriers to gender equality, with full parity not expected until 2158.

The Accelerating Impact Series—featuring expert speakers and discussions on topics ranging from preventative medicine to the latest health advancements—offers a powerful platform to drive collective action, break down barriers, and create lasting change. This event will showcase inspiring leaders and researchers focused on overcoming biases, creating equal opportunities, and empowering the next generation of female leaders.

Panel Guests: 

Deb Attard Portughes - WIRF CEO and Director

Joanne Beedie - CEO, Helping Little Hands

Professor Matt Kemp - WIRF Chief Scientist

Erin Fee - WIRF / UWA Researcher Phd Candidate

Vicki Main  - MC/ WIRF Research Talent Development Officer

*Online details will be emailed one day prior to the event.


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Contact Details:

Women and Infants Research Foundation

08 6458 1437

info@wirf.com.au