“For all women and girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment.”
Around International Women's Day on March 8, 2026, the Technical University of Munich is hosting a diverse week of action from March 4 to 19, 2026. Under this year's motto "For all women and girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment." , we are sending a clear signal for gender equality, participation, and empowerment at TUM.
The week of action is a joint initiative of the
Gender and Diversity Offices of the
TUM School of Engineering and Design
TUM School of Computation, Information and Technology
TUM School of Natural Sciences
TUM School of Medicine and Health
in cooperation with Women of TUM, the Diversity & Inclusion Office and the TUM Gender Equality Office (TUM GEO).
All members of TUM are cordially invited to learn more, join the discussion, and network.
Program Overview
Wednesday, March 4, 2026 | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Off to the factory fire department in Weihenstephan
Guided tour: Personal insights into the fire service from the perspective of experienced female firefighters & hands-on stations
No registration required
All women and girls who are interested in firefighting, would like to learn about volunteer work, or simply want to get a taste of what we do without any obligation are invited to attend.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026 | 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Off to the archives: “It's a man's world? Women at TUM”
Impulse: Anja Quindeau (TUM GEO)
Guided tour: TUM Archives Team
No registration required
Take advantage of this opportunity to discover fascinating aspects of the TUM Archives' holdings and learn more about the history of women at our university.
Wednesday, March 5, 2026 | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
EXIST Women Kick-Off
In-person event
Registration via TUM Female Founders
This event marks the start of the new funding round of the EXIST Women program (BMWE). Join us to meet the inspiring new cohort of female founders as they pitch their ideas, get inspired by an exciting keynote, and enjoy plenty of time to exchange ideas and network over food and drinks.
Thursday, March 5, 2026 | 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Strengthen your resilience – master challenges with inner strength
In-person workshop
Speaker: Tanja Schmid
Registration via Women of TUM
Strengthen your resilience: Overcome challenges with inner strength
Practical tools for greater serenity, focus, and self-confidence
Friday, March 6, 2026 | 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
“Mind the Gaps: Finding a Path in Academia”
Online lecture
Speaker: Dr. Romy Ettlinger (TUM Junior Fellow, School of NAT)
Registration via Talent Management and Diversity at the TUM School of Natural Sciences
In her presentation, Dr. Romy Ettlinger highlights key challenges and opportunities in her academic career path. Participants will gain practical insights into strategies for building a sustainable academic career. The presentation is aimed at doctoral students, postdocs, and anyone interested in career paths in academia.
Sunday, March 8, 2026 | Starting at 11:30 AM
Girl Power at Munich Action Park (MAP)
All-day courses in parkour and Ninja Warrior / 3:30 PM: Lecture on mental strength (no advance registration required)
For girls and women ages 6 and up
Advance registration for the free courses (only the MAP admission fee must be paid) is available here.
This is an external offer from Olympiapark München GmbH.
Monday, March 9, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Campus Walk Garching
Speaker: Anja Keller
Registration via TUM GEO
We invite all women to an informative campus tour in Garching! Experience the campus from a new perspective. Discover exciting works of art and get insider information about the highlights of the university.
With: Anja Keller, CIT
Meeting point: Entrance to the TUM Graduate School building, Botzmannstr. 17 on the Garching campus
Language: German
Tuesday, March 10, 2026 | 11:00 AM –1:00 PM
Women's Health Awareness Day hosted by TUM Clinic and TUM School of Medicine and Health
Interactive information booths hosted by the Women's Clinic, Nutrition Counseling, and CCCM TUM
When & where: Cafeteria glass corridor, 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
- Endometriosis, osteoporosis, hormones: Prof. Vanadin Seifert-Klauss's team from the Women's Clinic will be available to answer questions and present the new Menostik project, which focuses on AI-supported early detection of hormonal changes during menopause.
- Prevention and early detection: Breast cancer, cervical cancer, HPV – find out more at the CCCM TUM stand and spin the wheel of fortune!
- Nutrition during menopause: Take part in the nutrition experts' quiz and find out what's really important. With a little luck, you could also win tickets for the GOP Varieté Theater!
- Books and products related to women's health: The Kloster-Apotheke pharmacy and GU Verlag publishing house are also participating in the campaign day.
Lunch talk with Prof. Marion Kiechle: “More than calories: How hormones and weight are related in women”
When & where: Lecture hall pavilion, 12:00-1:00 PM
In a short lecture, Prof. Marion Kiechle, Director of the Women's Clinic, will explain the connection between hormones and weight. Afterwards, you will have the opportunity to ask questions and exchange ideas over a light lunch.
Please register at the following link.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026 | 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM – at TUM Klinikum
Boxing for women – discover your strength!
For more information and to register, contact the Diversity Team at the TUM School of Medicine and Health
Friday, March 13, 2026 | 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM – at the TUM Campus in the Olympic Park
Boxing for women – Discover your strength!
For more information and to register, contact the Diversity Team at the TUM School of Medicine and Health
Want to build strength, gain confidence, and reduce stress? Then our boxing training specifically for women is just right for you!
In a safe, motivating environment, you'll not only learn the basics of boxing, but also strengthen your physical and mental fitness at the same time.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026 | 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Campus Walk Munich
Speaker: Irene Meissner
Registration via TUM GEO
Join us on an inspiring walk across the downtown campus! Campus Walk M focuses on exchange, visibility, and networking
The walk takes you to selected locations and facilities that highlight the history, achievements, and perspectives — including those of women — at TUM.
Thursday, March 12, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Window Tour ZEITlabs
Garching, guided tour in German/English
Registration via TUM GEO
The ZEITlab is the central technology laboratory of the CIT. During our window tour, you will get an exciting insight into the work carried out inside the cleanroom and learn about key manufacturing and research processes up close.
Thursday, March 12, 2026 | 5:00 – 6:00 PM
Your roadmap to financial independence
Online lecture
Speaker: Ingrid Britz-Averkamp & Andrea Barth, Zonta Munich
Registration via TUM GEO
Our motto: Take control of your life — become financially independent! Money is still a taboo subject, especially among women. However, understanding finances is important and easier than you think.
Friday, March 13, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
“The courage to be clear in conflict – empowerment through mediation”
Speakers: Cornelia Entner, mediator, ProLehre I Media and Didactics, TUM & and Thekla Truebenbach, mediator
Registration
In this information and exchange event, we reflect on how we deal with conflict situations and show how mediation strengthens and opens up new scope for action. Our online session provides inspiration and offers concrete tools for confidence in conflict situations.
Friday, March 13, 2026 | 2:00–5:00 PM
Women in STEM Round Table Edition 9
Garching Galileo
Registration via Diversity & Inclusion Office
At the panel, participants will meet inspiring women who have built successful careers with their STEM degrees — and while networking over snacks and drinks, they will have the opportunity not only to listen, but also to talk to them directly.
Tuesday, March 17, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Women of TUM Talk
Registration via Women of TUM
The event brings together female students, graduates, researchers, and staff at TUM for an evening of inspiration, exchange, and diverse perspectives.
The event will be held in English.
Thursday, March 19, 2026 | 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Online lecture: “Hormone replacement therapy – Why, how, and what for?”
Speaker: Dr. Annette Spiekermann & the Wandeljahre team
Registration via TUMgesund
Orientation on possibilities, limitations, and decision-making processes
The keynote speech invites you to view the years of change as a phase of conscious reorientation—with room for questions, uncertainties, and individual solutions.