Conference for Graduate Women and Gender Minorities in Physics

Conference for Graduate Women and Gender Minorities in Physics

When: August 19-20, 2024

Where: Grand Hyatt Hotel, Washington, D.C.

Apply Today

Have folks in your network applied to the upcoming Conference for Graduate Women and Gender Minorities in Physics? Applications close this Friday, May 24.

Attendees will:

• Build relationships to supercharge future research and collaborations
• Receive mentor, leadership, and professional development training
• Become a positive change agent in the community to transform culture

Program: Grad students and post-docs will participate in interactive sessions and workshops related to cultivating authentic leadership, responding to unethical behavior, developing confidence and presence, mental health, and more. Session details forthcoming.

Eligibility: The focus of this conference will be on the experiences of women and gender minorities. We encourage participation of women, gender non-binary individuals, and transgender individuals. Please note that the APS Gender Inclusive Community Graduate Conference is open to only those who currently reside in the U.S.

Most costs are covered: APS is invested in future leaders’ success!

• All meals during the conference will be provided. 
• APS will make/cover reservations for accepted applicants at the Grand Hyatt Washington for two nights.
• APS will reimburse up to $1,000 for all reasonable travel expenses including economy airfare, ground transportation, and meals incurred during travel.

Only a $45 non-refundable registration fee will need to be paid by all accepted applicants.

Please encourage eligible individuals to apply before the May 24 deadline.

Email gender@aps.org with any questions.