Networking for female Researchers – Building Competence, Strengthening the Community

Workshop series for women* in the early stages of their academic careers

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Networking Hands
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Haus "Zur Rosen"
Johannisstraße 13, Auditorium
07743 Jena
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Organized by
Graduierten-Akademie
Contact
Dr. Michael Wutzler
Dr. Maria Langhammer
Language of the event
German
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Yes

Networking is considered to be one of the key skills for gaining visibility and moving forward in academia – and yet many female researchers find it difficult. All too often, networking comes across as artificial, strategic or simply time-consuming. In most cases, it is not a lack of willingness that is the problem, but a lack of practical tools – and the confidence that networking can be done authentically.

This is precisely where the ‘Networking for Female Researchers’ workshop series comes in: with practical exercises that address the challenges within the academic system and specifically strengthen the participants’ networking skills. At the same time, the series provides a space for exchange, mutual support and making new contacts. The aim is to promote networking, support the development of individual skills and help to boost self-efficacy.

The workshop series is aimed at women, trans*, inter*, non-binary and agender people who are currently undertaking postgraduate research. The workshops can be attended as a series, but it is also possible to take part in individual sessions.

The series is organised in collaboration with the Jena-based TOP7 Network for Female EmpowermentExternal link. The three founders of the network will structure and host the workshops:

  • Annelie Gallon (Lawyer for AI Law & Innovation)
  • Eva-Maria Hartwich (Organisational development consultant I Co-Leadership-Coach)
  • Marie Legrand (Digitalisation Officer at JenaKultur | Digitalisation & Transformation | IT Management)

The language of the workshops will be German. Childcare is available on request at both evening events.

Part 1: ‘Networking with Attitude – Visible, Connected, Bold’

21 April, 18.00h – 21.00h, Auditorium Haus "Zur Rosen" (Johannisstr. 13)

In the first workshop, we invite you to reframe networking as a valuable resource. A role model talk with authentic insights into personal networking journeys, along with practical introductory exercises, will help you identify your own attitudes and experiment with initial tools. A moderated networking session will allow participants to build peer connections. The aim is to openly explore the conflicting relationship between competition and cooperation in academia, break down barriers, and encourage participants to invest their time and energy purposefully in networking.

Part 2: “Developing networking skills – staying visible and making an impact”

5 November, 14.00h – 19.00h, Auditorium Haus "Zur Rosen" (Johannisstr. 13)

In the second workshop, we focus specifically on developing networking skills through pitch and self-presentation training. This strengthens the participants ability to introduce themselves in professional, interdisciplinary and informal contexts.

In a rotating speed-coaching format, the participants also receive personalised guidance on visibility, relationship-building and strategic career paths. A peer-learning exchange helps to collectively identify success factors and stumbling blocks.

The workshop concludes with the development of a personal networking strategy and the identification of concrete next steps. Participants therefore leave the workshop with a clear plan for their future networking. During and after the workshop, drinks and light refreshments provide an opportunity to strike up conversations with each other.

Please register here