In this section you will find, in alphabetical order by country, associations for women in physics.
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Argentine Physical Society
Gender Committee
Physics
This Committee focuses on communication about gender issues, promoting women’s visibility in physics, organizing events, and on collaborating with other scientific associations.
Quantum Women
Professional network for women in quantum
Quantum Technology and Q-STEM
This network aims to raise visibility of women working in Quantum Technology and prepares women for leadership roles. In addition to in-person events, there are also virtual networking events.
Federal Ministry for Climate Action
FEMtech
Research, technology & innovation
FEMtech supports women in research and technology by fostering equal opportunities and visibility through networking events, expert awards, and grants, enabling diverse teams and innovative progress.
Brazilian Physical Society
Gender Issues Working Group
Physics
The Gender Issues Working Group of the Brazilian Society of Physics promotes gender equality in physics and astronomy in Brazil by promoting diversity in leadership, conducting research on underrepresentation, and organizing events to support and inspire young scientists.
Canadian Association of Physicists
Dovision for Gender Equity in Physics
Physics
This division promotes inclusivity within physics research and education in Canada by organizing panel discussions, contributing articles, suggesting speakers, coordinating delegations to gender minority conferences and more.
Quantum Flagship
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Working Group
Quantum
This working group is part of the large-scale Quantum Flagship research and innovation initiative. It regularly surveys the quantum community on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and publishes actions to promote equality.
French Physics Society
Women and Physics Commission
Physics
The committee organizes gender equality sessions at conferences, raises awareness on gender representation, collaborates with other organizations, mentors female physicists, and works on equal treatment in scientific committees and events.
German Physical Society
Working Group on Equal Opportunities
Physics
This Working Group supports female physicists within the German Physical Society at all career stages by promoting networking, organising events and increasing visibility through initiatives such as the German Conference of Women in Physics and the Lise Meitner Lectures.
International Union of Pure and Applied Physics
Working Group on Women in Physics
Physics
This working group promotes gender equity in physics through global conferences, travel grants, surveys, and initiatives like the International Day of Women in Physics on February 11.
SheQuantum
SheQuantum
Quantum Technologies
SheQuantum was founded in 2020 and is the first eLearning platform focused on inspiring and educating women and girls in quantum computing. Its mission is to provide courses, resources, and expert interviews to empower women and girls to become the next generation of quantum engineers and scientists.
teOneQuantum
Women in Quantum
Quantum technologies
Women in Quantum is a global community across 40+ countries, offering networking, mentoring, and career support through events, a job board, and scholarships. They also recognize achievements through several awards.
Italian Physical Society
Equal Opportunities Committee
Physics
This committee focuses on promoting studies, events and cooperations, conducting research on equal opportunities, implementing national and European directives, raising awareness through information campaigns and more.
Women in Quantum Development
WIQD
Quantum
This professional network based in the Netherlands promotes an inclusive quantum sector by connecting underrepresented groups through networking, support, and community growth. They organize an annual symposium and monthly events regarding equity, diversity and inclusion.
Spanish Royal Society of Physics
Specialized Group of Women in Physics
Physics
This group aims to increase the presence of women in physics, highlight their achievements, and advocate for their rights and equal opportunities, share resources and raise awareness to inspire future generations.
National Society of Black Physicists
National Society of Hispanic Physicists
Physics
The National Society of Black Physicists works to expand opportunities in physics for African Americans and the African diaspora, and to support their professional growth in the global scientific community.
African American Women in Physics
African American Women in Physics
Physics
This website highlights African American women in physics, astronomy, and related fields, honoring their achievements by listing women with Ph.D.s or those working professionally in these areas.