Sharing Sessions on Women and IP
The Women and Intellectual Property (IP) Sharing Sessions bring together women speakers from around the world to share their experiences, insights, and perspectives from a wide range of sectors. Through these conversations, participants explore how IP connects to innovation, creativity, entrepreneurship, and everyday work across different industries. The sessions create a space for open dialogue, learning, and the exchange of ideas, encouraging greater participation and opportunities for women in the IP ecosystem.
The "Sharing Sessions on Women and IP: Closing the Gender Gap in IP" series was launched following a proposal by Member States and approved by the Committee on Development and Intellectual Property (CDIP).
How to participate
The Sharing Session on Women and IP is held once a year. Announcements are shared through WIPO social media channels, newsletters, and on the Development Agenda webpage.
Registration details and the program are published about a month before the event. Interested participants are encouraged to check back regularly for updates.
Yes, all Sharing Sessions are free of charge, and everyone is welcome to attend.
Yes, the sessions are held online in a webinar format via Zoom, allowing participants from around the world to join.
Recent sessions
All previous sessions
- 2022 Sharing Session on Closing the Gender Gap in IP: Looking at Good Practices - November 15, 2022