International Women's Day
For more than 100 years, International Women's Day has been celebrated on March 8. The day is intended to celebrate the achievements of the women's rights movement to date, to draw attention to existing discrimination and inequalities, and to encourage people to work for gender justice, including at ETH Zurich.
International Women's Day makes everyone aware once again that ETH Zurich would not be as strong as it is without the diverse commitment of women. Whether in the technical or administrative area, in teaching or in research: women bring new and important perspectives that allow us all to be more innovative and successful together! It depends on a productive togetherness - ETH Zurich attaches great importance to this togetherness. In terms of atmosphere and proportions, ETH Zurich should be a place where people of all gender identities study and work together on an equal footing, teach and conduct research, and generally be creative and innovative.
ETH Zurich events and offers around the International Women's Day 2025
All events and offers from ETH Zurich and its units are collected here. If you have something to contribute, please send an email to diversity@ethz.ch.
05.03.2025 - Women in Science Panel Discussion (EN)
In celebration of International Women’s Day, several female associations and diversity groups at ETH Zürich (WiNS, feMTEC ETH Zürich, SWISH ETH, CSNOW – Network of Women in Computer Science, LIMES ETH) as well as ETH Diversity are organising the panel discussion "Women in Science". Women Professors from different departments will talk about the experiences of women scientists at ETH and share their insights, followed by an apéro and networking session— a great opportunity to meet peers across disciplines and exchange ideas on diversity and inclusion. external page Register here
04.-05.03.2025 - Parity Talks X: Where Do We Stand? (EN)
On its tenth anniversary, Parity Talks aims to facilitate a collective reflection on where we stand; What has been done? What have we achieved? What does doing parity work in the school mean? Where does the parity and diversity project stand at the D-ARCH? And – equally important – what is yet to be done? Learn more
05.-13.03.2025 - Wall of Scientists Exhibition (EN)
Did you know that countless brilliant women have shaped science, yet many remain overlooked? WiNS, in collaboration with Wall of Scientists, is bringing their stories to light! The exhibition will be inaugurated on the 4th of March and then open all day until the 13th (HPH Foyer). external page Register if you want to join the vernissage, otherwise pass by in between two lectures or during your lunch break.
06.03.2025 - Leveraging AI to accelerate gender equality (EN)
Women in Tech Switzerland, in partnership with digitalswitzerland and ETH Zurich, is hosting the exclusive event "Leveraging AI to Accelerate Gender Equality". Featuring keynote speeches and an engaging panel discussion, you can delve into how AI can drive positive change and open new opportunities for women in tech. Learn more
11.03.2025 - Crucial Aspects of Vaginal Microbiom (EN)
WiNS and HAS are hosting an event about the crucial aspects of the vaginal microbiome with Gynaecologist and CEO Virginia Franco. Join WiNS to learn more about the importance of vaginal microbiome, truths and myths about vaginal microbiome equilibrium, and how to take care of such an important aspect of women's physiology. external page Learn more
External Events and Offers
05.03.2025 - IAU & EWORA Webinar: Gender Equality in Higher Education and Research – Strategies for Empowerment (EN)
UN Women calls for more Rights. Equality. Empowerment. this IWD 2025. Therefore, EWORA and the IAU invite interested participants to discuss how higher education institutions can empower staff to take action for Gender Equality – be it through Teaching and Learning, research, on campus activities, or when engaging with the wider community. external page Learn more
