20 May 2020, 11:00-12:15
ATLAS
Atlas Network
Inspired by the ATLAS series of online profiles, this online event, co-organized with the ATLAS Network will feature prominent women in international law. Coming from different professional backgrounds, they will candidly share their experience and advice with the audience through an interactive discussion.
Panelists will reflect on what propelled them to an international career, the challenges they have faced and tackled, and advice for other young professionals on a similar path.
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Please use the chatbox to ask your questions, the moderator will make a selection of questions at the end of the presentations. There will be no possibility to interact by webcam and microphone in order to avoid connexion issues.
Geneva Academy
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Alexander Jawfox, Unsplash
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Brill
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Dustan Woodhouse, Unplash
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UN Photo / Jean-Marc Ferré
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Cámara de Diputadas y Diputados de Chile
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Olivier Chamard/Geneva Academy