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Empower March 2026

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  • People • Purpose • Pathways
GWIS EMPOWER showcases members' stories, leadership pathways, and key updates from the GWIS community.
March, 2026


Nominations Now Opens!


GWIS EMPOWER highlights the people behind the science – members whose paths reflect purpose, resilience, leadership, and impact. Whether it's a defining moment, a challenge overcome, or a commitment to uplifting others, these stories inspire our community and make excellence feel reachable.

We invite self-nominations and peer nominations from across all career stages and disciplines.
 
Nominations are accepted on a rolling basis and may be featured in a future issue

 

GWIS National Conference 2026

We are excited to announce the 105th Annual Graduate Women in Science (GWIS) National Conference, hosted by the Black Hills Chapter in Rapid City, South Dakota, from June 11–13, 2026.

This year’s theme, “Thriving Through Change: The Power of Scientific Community,” emphasizes the importance of collaboration, mentorship, and strong scientific networks in advancing careers and innovation.

📍 Conference Highlights

  • Inspiring keynote and invited speakers
  • Research posters & lightning talks
  • Panel discussions and leadership development
  • Networking and community-building activities

📅 Key Dates

  • Abstract Submission Deadline: April 30, 2026
  • Registration Deadline: May 11, 2026
  • Conference Dates: June 11–13, 2026

📝 Registration & Abstracts

✈ Travel Support

  • $250 Chapter Awards
  • $500 Fellowship & Committee Chair Awards

🏨 Logistics

  • Location: South Dakota School of Mines & Technology
  • Nearest Airport: Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP)
  • On-campus housing available (~$40/night)
  • We hope you will join us at Rapid City as we Connect, Lead, and Empower

 

📣 GWIS Leadership Opportunity

The Nominating Committee is now accepting nominations for the 2026–2027 GWIS leadership slate, including the Vice President position. This role offers a unique opportunity to:

  • Shape national GWIS initiatives
  • Contribute to strategic leadership
  • Transition into future executive roles

🗓 Deadline: April 15, 2026 (5:00 PM ET)
Submit nominations: https://www.gwis.org/page/open_positions

Self-nominations are encouraged.

📊 Research Participation Opportunity

GWIS members are invited to participate in a research survey examining:

Educational formation and professional pathways in forensic anthropology within U.S.-focused medicolegal contexts.

Who is eligible?

Individuals with experience in:
  • Applied forensic casework
  • Consultation
  • Formal instruction in forensic anthropology
    (Academic coursework alone does not qualify)
  • 🔗 Participate here:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSet7cPkuZZ46YIT5sxm0MruMrHbkyU0m3iA2wdP6Dv3quh0zQ/viewform
We encourage you to share this opportunity within your networks
 

 

🌍 International Women’s Day Spotlight

On International Women’s Day, GWIS proudly celebrates the brilliance, resilience, and leadership of women in science worldwide.

From research labs to policy spaces, women continue to:

  • Break barriers
  • Expand scientific knowledge
  • Inspire future generations

Empowering women in science means empowering the future.

Since 1921, GWIS has built a legacy of connection, collaboration, and advancement for women in science. We look forward to seeing you in Rapid City as we continue to Connect, Lead, and Empower the next generation of scientists.

🌟 GWIS EMPOWER | Global Research Opportunity

NOMIS & Science Young Explorer Award

The NOMIS Foundation & Science Young Explorer Award recognizes bold, early-career researchers pursuing innovative, interdisciplinary research that challenges conventional boundaries. Designed to support visionary scientists at pivotal stages of independence, the award celebrates high-risk, high-reward ideas across the life sciences, social sciences, and emerging interdisciplinary fields. In addition to financial support, awardees gain international visibility through Science and global recognition within the research community.

This opportunity is particularly well-suited for GWIS members who are building independent research trajectories and whose work bridges disciplines or introduces transformative methodologies.

If your research pushes beyond traditional silos and aims to answer fundamental questions with societal impact, this award is worth serious consideration. Click here to apply 


Want to connect on-line with other women scientists? Join the GWIS Slack channel. GWIS also has a private LinkedIn group for connecting with nearly 2,000 women scientists to share interesting news, job opportunities, and more! Want to form a small group? Contact the GWIS Media group to access our private forums and help you solicit fellow GWIS participants!

Get Involved with GWIS!

Support and be part of a growing network of women scientists.

Join or Renew

About GWIS

Founded in 1921, Graduate Women in Science is an inter-disciplinary society of scientists who collectively seek to advance the participation and recognition of women in science and to foster research through grants, awards and fellowships. We comprise over 20 active chapters of more than 800 women who are "United in Friendship through Science" to support and inspire member professional goals and mutual appreciation of science. Learn more at www.gwis.org.

Contact GWIS

244 Fifth Avenue, Suite #1825
New York, NY 10001
www.gwis.org

President
Brooke Long-Fox

GWIS Media Editor
Veena Prasad

GWIS Empower Editor
Faizah Alabi
 

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