WHAT IS
INSPIRING WOMEN IN STEM

The Inspiring Women in STEM (IWSTEM) Conference is a professional development and networking event designed to encourage, support and inspire women and supporting individuals involved in all aspects of STEM in their professional lives, including industrial and government scientists and engineers, academic researchers, STEM educators, college students, and entrepreneurs.
At the annual IWSTEM conference, over 300 attendees from more than 70 organizations take part in featured presentations, workshops, panel discussions and audience exercises on a variety of issues facing women in the STEM industries. Topics that underpin the skill building nature of our program include effective leadership, strategic career moves, communication to get results and understanding motivations.
The IWSTEM Conference is presented by the Delaware BioScience Association and the Delaware Sustainable Chemistry Alliance and supported by companies such as DuPont, AstraZeneca, AirLiquide, Womble Bond Dickinson, Incyte, Fidelity, Ashland, Delaware City Refining Company, WL Gore and more….



NONPROFIT
PASSPORT

We are pleased to sponsor four local nonprofits at the 2019 Inspiring Women in STEM Conference. Our nonprofit exhibitors represent outstanding organizations “inspiring YOUNG women” to explore STEM activities and consider pursuing STEM fields in their studies and as careers. These organizations offer opportunities for us to give back to our community and enhance the next generation of skilled STEM professionals.
When you check-in at the Inspiring Women in STEM Conference, you will receive a nonprofit passport. Visit each of the nonprofits to find out more about how they help our community and get your passport stamped. Your interactions will be rewarding. Once you have visited all four nonprofits, turn in your completed passport for a chance to win special prizes from Delaware Business Times, the 2019 Inspiring Women in STEM Nonprofit Passport Sponsor.
MENTORS
OF THE DAY

New to the 2019 Inspiring Women in STEM Conference, Mentor of the Day! When you register for the 2019 Inspiring Women in STEM Conference you can select a mentor of your choice from the Delaware life science community. During lunch, you will be seated with your mentor and a select group of attendees to exchange ideas and insights about career development, professional interests and much more.
All conference attendees are welcome to participate in the Mentor of the Day program. However, there are a limited number of seats available for each mentor. Seats are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Register today to reserve your seat!
2019 IWSTEM
SPONSORS

2018 INSPIRING WOMEN IN STEM
GALLERY
