University Women's Network

Welcome to the University Women's Network website.

To coincide with International Women’s Day the first University Women's Network was launched in NUI Galway. The Network seeks to support professional development and networking among its members towards achieving individual career goals and contributing to the development of vibrant research, teaching and support services communities.

Renowned author and researcher Professor Susan Vinnicome OBE, delivered the keynote address at the launch which took place in The View, on March 9^th 2012.

Recognised for her work on women’s leadership styles, and the issues involved in women developing their managerial careers, her keynote address focused on the “Benefits of Networking in the University”. To view the keynote presentation, click here.

The chair of the Women’s Network, Professor Kathy Murphy, School of Nursing and Midwifery commented: “We are very excited about the Launch of the Women’s Network. The Network will provide a forum to discuss debate and propose solutions to some of the issues that impact on the professional development and career progression of women. The network will seek to promote a better gender balance in leadership positions in both academic and administration communities in the University, through various mechanisms including networking opportunities, relevant seminars, and mentoring.”    

The network welcomes members from women and men from all categories of staff working in the University.

UWN Launch Photos

Pictured from left: An tOllamh Nollaig Mac Congáil, Professor Susan Vinnicombe, Professor Kathy Murphy	Founding members of the network
Professor Kathy Murphy (Chair UWN)	UWN Launch

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