International Women’s Day 2026: Authentic and Inclusive Leadership in a World of Expectations
In celebration of International Women’s Day (IWD) 2026, MSM organises a dynamic half-day event on 6 March 2026 centred on the theme of Authentic and Inclusive Leadership in a World of Expectations.
In the light of the IWD 2026 theme Give to Gain, MSM aims to contribute by sharing knowledge and expertise, opening conversations and creating space for growth. By sharing insights and experience, we create space for participants to gain new perspectives, challenge assumptions, and strengthen their approach to authentic and inclusive leadership.
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The event will feature inspiring keynotes and interactive workshops according the following programme.
| Time | Topic | Who |
| 09.00 | Keynote: Navigating Career Paths in a World of Expectations |
Dr. Berta Cillero-Pastor Associate Professor Maastricht University Principal Investigator MERLN Chair of Female Empowerment Board (FEM) |
| 09.30 | Workshop: From Expectations to Experience |
Facilitated by Liliana Bedoya and Veerle Barten Project Consultants MSM Expert Centre on Emerging Economies (ECEE) |
| 10.30 | Coffee Break | |
| 10.45 | Keynote: From Problems to Solutions: Navigating Gender Role Expectations in Leadership |
Dr. Annika Nübold Associate Professor Work and Organizational Psychology, Maastricht University Researcher in Female Leadership |
| 11.15 | Workshop: Strategies for Inclusive Leadership |
Facilitated by Liliana Bedoya and Veerle Barten Project Consultants MSM Expert Centre on Emerging Economies (ECEE) |
| 12.30 | Lunch | |
