The International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry (IUPAC) Global Women’s (and Allies) breakfast (GWB) will be held at the Fox & Crow, W.A. Murphy Student Centre, from 7:30–9:30 am.

Speakers at the UPEI breakfast include Dr. Nola Etkin, dean of science; Dr. Marya Ahmed, associate professor of chemistry and engineering; and Leah Gauthier, a graduate student in the Department of Chemistry. They will speak about their experiences as female leaders in science as well as their research, mentorship, and equity, diversity, and inclusion. Also planned is a “tie-dye your lab coat” activity. Participants can bring clean lab coats and turn them into colourful garments. 

Held in conjunction with the UN Day of Women and Girls in Science, the goal of the breakfast series is to establish an active network of people of all genders to overcome the barriers to gender equality in science. Hosted each year at various institutions across North America, the breakfast brings scientists together to celebrate achievements, build networks, and foster new friendships. The theme of this year’s event is “Catalyzing Diversity in Science.”