Talks

PANEL DISCUSSION: Glass Ceiling: Career Development & Challenges With Paulo Ferreira (IEEE Portuguese Chapter of Education Society), Eduarda Pinto Ferreira (ISEP), Wafa Ben-Hmida (WiE R8 Coordinator) and Margarida Trigo (WiE R8 committee - Moderator) Topics discussed: the meaning of "glass ceiling", personal experiences; representation and role models; organisations and educational institutions - a more active role; mentorship and sponsorship - their importance A very diverse panel (and audience) contributed to an interesting discussion and exchange of experiences, highlighting personal histories and diverse cultural backgrounds, while sharing common objectives and targets.