Overview
Join us for the first-ever regional Black Sea Women in Nuclear Network (BSWN) conference, “Empowering Women in Nuclear—We All Can Do It!” hosted at Ovidius University in Constanța, Romania. This landmark event brings together experts and aspiring professionals in the nuclear sector from Bulgaria, Georgia, Moldova, Romania, Türkiye, Ukraine, and other countries.
Conference Objectives
Strengthen Participation
Encourage greater involvement and raise the profile of women working in the nuclear field through targeted programs and events.
Promote Equal Opportunities
Support fair access to professional growth, leadership roles, and skill-building initiatives within the nuclear sector.
Develop Human Capital
Focus on education and training to cultivate a new generation of nuclear experts.
Promote Interdisciplinary Dialogue
Facilitate conversations on the safe and
secure operations of nuclear facilities and
the development of advanced nuclear
technologies.
Foster Networking
Create opportunities for knowledge exchange,
skill enhancement, and professional networking among students and professionals
from the region and beyond.
Conference Highlights
All sessions will be conducted in English to ensure broad accessibility and
participation.
Keynote Sessions: Insights from leading experts in nuclear security, safety, non-proliferation, and the peaceful use of nuclear technology.
Panel Discussions: Current opportunities and challenges in the nuclear field.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with academia, industry leaders, policymakers, and fellow professionals.
Special Session on the Next Generation and Early-Career Expert Essay Competition: Dedicated sessions to engage with the next generation leaders and showcase the winners of the early-career expert essay competition, highlighting the innovative ideas and contributions of emerging professionals in the nuclear field.
Who Should Attend
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Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a meaningful event that highlights women’s contributions and helps shape the future of the nuclear industry. Join the dialogue and contribute to advancing opportunities and professional excellence in the nuclear sector. Together, we can build a stronger and more forward-thinking future for nuclear science and technology.
Agenda & Speakers
You may access the detailed conference agenda and panel the speakers below:
The conference is organized by BSWN in collaboration and support of:
Ovidius University, which is a public higher education institution founded in 1961 and transformed into a comprehensive university in 1990. It has study programs in medical and natural sciences, humanities and engineering, social and economic sciences, law and administrative sciences, theology and arts. Ovidius University of Constanța offers nationally and internationally accredited programs at all three levels of study, the bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees offered being recognized in the entire European Union and beyond. With over 15,000 students, of which about 1200 are international, it is the largest university in South-East Romania and the largest university of the European Union at the Black Sea.
https://en.univ-ovidius.ro
U.S. Department of Energy/National Nuclear Security Administration’s (DOE/NNSA), established by Congress in 2000, NNSA is a semi-autonomous agency within the U.S. Department of Energy responsible for enhancing national security through the military application of nuclear science. NNSA maintains and enhances the safety, security, and effectiveness of the U.S. nuclear weapons stockpile; works to reduce the global danger from weapons of mass destruction; provides the U.S. Navy with safe and militarily effective nuclear propulsion; and responds to nuclear and radiological emergencies in the United States and abroad.
https://www.energy.gov/nnsa/national-nuclear-security-administratio
Candu Energy Inc – a member of AtkinsRéalis, created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world-leading professional services and project management company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. They create sustainable solutions that connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. With 70+ years of global end-to-end nuclear expertise, they provide full-service nuclear solutions worldwide. Their involvement spans microreactors, small modular reactors (SMRs) and gigawatt scale reactors, including their new CANDU®️ MONARK™️ design. Notably, they are delivering North America’s first SMR, the GE Hitachi BWRX-300, in Ontario.
www.atkinsrealis.com
Nuclearelectrica, SN “Nuclearelectrica” S.A. (SNN SA) is under the authority of the Ministry of Energy, with the state holding 82.49% of the shares and other shareholders holding 17.50% after the company’s listing on the stock exchange in 2013. SNN S.A. main areas of activity are focused on electricity, thermal energy and nuclear fuel production. SNN S.A. also coordinates the investment-development works, as well as the training and development of human resources in the field.
www.nuclearelectrica.ro
James Martin Center for Nonproliferation Studies at Middlebury Institute of International Studies (CNS), which strives to combat the spread of weapons of mass destruction (WMD) by training the next generation of nonproliferation specialists and disseminating timely information and analysis. It is the largest non-governmental organization in the United States devoted exclusively to research and training on nonproliferation issues. It is located at the Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey.
https://nonproliferation.org
Nuclear Security Women Initiative: Through Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL), the Nuclear Security Women (NSW) initiative was created in 2020 by DOE/NNSA’s Office of International Nuclear Security (INS) after seeing firsthand just how few women were in attendance at their bilateral and regional engagements. Through “Coffee Talks” that share best practices, challenges, and successes in an informal environment; working closely with other organizations focused on women in nuclear fields; and developing educational modules to be shared at large events and as part of professional development programs, NSW aims to increase women’s representation in all aspects of nuclear security.
Laurentis Energy Partners, as a commercial subsidiary of Ontario Power Generation – one of North America’s largest and most diverse clean-energy generators and innovators – Laurentis brings unparalleled real-world experience and technical expertise to tackle the toughest challenges. From project management to engineering services, to nuclear medicine and a range of isotope applications, to small- or large- scale asset refurbishments, to state-of-the-art system software and inspection technologies, Laurentis is confident it has the right solutions to help customers succeed. Based in Canada, they have operations in Europe, and serves customers in energy markets and in health care around the world.
https://laurentisenergy.com
Kinectrics Nuclear Romania SRL, which is a leading provider of innovative engineering, testing, and consulting services to the global energy industry, with a primary focus on the nuclear, electrical, and renewable energy sectors. With over 100 years of expertise, Kinectrics delivers end-to-end solutions across the entire lifecycle of energy assets, from research and development to operational support and decommissioning. The company’s comprehensive service offerings include specialized testing, inspection, and maintenance, as well as safety assessments and risk management, ensuring that clients achieve optimal performance, safety, and regulatory
compliance.
https://www.kinectrics.com