Women in Science
Empowering Inclusive Futures
Held on 11-12 February 2026
Mykolas Romeris University
Vilnius, Lithuania
International Day of Women and Girls in Science
On the occasion of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, Mykolas Romeris University (MRU) and the Association of Spanish Scientists in the Baltic Countries (ACEBaltic) proudly organized the Women in Science (WinS) International Conference.
The conference was held under the honorary patronage of the Prime Minister of Lithuania, with the collaboration of the European Women Rectors Association, the Embassy of Spain in Lithuania, and the Ramón Areces Foundation.
Why WinS matters
Bridging Communities
Organized by MRU and ACEBaltic, the WinS International Conference brought together researchers, policymakers, educators, and institutions to explore women’s role in science. It promoted collaboration, actionable ideas, and inclusive practices to transform research, education, and society.
Transdisciplinary Approach
The conference embraced a transdisciplinary perspective, welcoming contributions from all scientific fields. By addressing persistent global challenges and gender inequalities, it fostered collaboration, knowledge exchange, and innovative solutions across disciplines.
Keynotes & Panels
Featuring distinguished keynote speakers, thematic panels, and interactive sessions, the conference offered insights, inspiration, and dialogue. Experts shared experiences and strategies to advance gender equality and recognize women’s contributions across scientific disciplines.
Presentations & Publications
Participants presented oral communications and share their research outcomes. Selected contributions will be included in conference proceedings, with outstanding papers considered for publication in in the journal Social Inquiry into Well-Being, promoting visibility and scholarly recognition.
Open to the academic community and society
In-Person Conference at Mykolas Romeris University, Vilnius
The conference was held on-site at MRU in Vilnius (Lithuania), a well-connected city where participants could also enjoy cultural activities, including an organizer-led sightseeing tour.
For those unable to attend physically, an online participation option was available as a secondary alternative.
Photo courtesy of MRU.
Everything Started in 2025
Last year’s event celebrating the International Day of Women and Girls in Science inspired the creation of the WinS Conference. That gathering brought together leading representatives and scientists, establishing the foundation for this new international initiative.
Shaping the Future of Science Together
A diverse, multidisciplinary team of scholars from institutions around the world supports this event, ensuring academic rigor, broad perspectives, and a strong foundation for meaningful dialogue and collaboration.
Who Makes WinS Possible
WinS emerges as an initiative of the PSGENEQ research project, funded by the Ministry of Education, Science and Sports of the Republic of Lithuania.
It is organized by Mykolas Romeris University and the Association of Spanish Scientists in the Baltic Countries, with the support of the European Women Rectors Association (EWORA), the Embassy of Spain in Lithuania and the Ramón Areces Foundation.
