Thursday, 8 January 2026
Measuring Diversity & Discrimination
This lecture as part of the "Ringvorlesung Geschlecht denken. Kritische Ontologien" explores how data and monitoring can serve as key components of university diversity policies.
Monday, 12 January 2026
(F)Empowering Motherhood
Explore motherhood as a social and political space in this lecture series that reframes the transformation to becoming a mother beyond conventional narratives.
Tuesday, 13 January 2026
Motherhood and Science: Reading & Discussion
A joint reading explores the tensions between motherhood, academic work and care responsibilities, drawing on two key publications from the network Mutterschaft und Wissenschaft.
Thursday, 15 January 2026
Gender Lunch Talks
Join this edition of the Gender Lunch Talk series to explore questions on gender and racism in academia and higher education.
Monday, 19 January 2026
Diversity at Risk: University Funding Cuts
This panel discussion examines how funding cuts at Berlin universities impact diversity, equality and anti-discrimination work in times of social polarisation.
Monday, 19 January 2026
Members’ Assembly & New Year’s Reception
The Margherita von Brentano Center invites its members to the members' assembly, followed by a panel discussion on epistemic struggles in gender studies and the New Year's reception.
Monday, 19 January 2026
Online Circle: New Year Gathering
This open online circle invites mothers in academia to reflect, reconnect and set intentions for the year ahead in a supportive and collective space.



