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WiCS+ Europe @wicseurope.bsky.social · Sep 11

Register and get the link below to drop in at your convenience!

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WiCS+ Fall 2025 Drop In Writing Groups

The Fall 2025 writing groups will be open to all on a drop in basis starting September 15 - December 16, 2025. Meetings will be held three different days and four times each week. You are welcome to j...

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WiCS+ Europe @wicseurope.bsky.social · Sep 11

Fall Online writing groups start next Monday, September 15!

Ease your writing duties with peer support.
No commitment and flexibility in 4 schedules:

🕑 Tuesdays 2-4pm EDT/20h-22h CEST
🕘 Wednesdays 9-11am EDT/15h-17h CEST
🕐 Wednesdays 1-3pm EDT/19h-21h CEST
🕙 Thursdays 10-12 noonEDT/16h-18h CEST

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WiCS+ Europe @wicseurope.bsky.social · Sep 9

If you are planning to attend the next @psychonomicsociety.bsky.social Annual Meeting in Denver (20-23 November) don’t miss the chance to apply for the Junior Research Networking Awards

🗓️ Deadline: September 15, 2025
www.womenincogsci.org/awards

Awards — Women in Cognitive Science

www.womenincogsci.org

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WiCS+ Europe @wicseurope.bsky.social · Sep 9

Sessions provide an encouraging environment to share your writing goals, followed by a camera-off, quiet time for writing, with accountability.

🕑 Tuesdays 2-4pm EDT / 20h-22h CEST
🕘 Wednesdays 9-11am EDT / 15h-17h CEST
🕐 Wednesdays 1-3pm EDT / 19h-21h CEST
🕙 Thursdays 10-12 noonEDT / 16h-18h CEST

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WiCS+ Europe @wicseurope.bsky.social · Sep 9

Fall writing groups will begin next week!

Drop-in sessions are available to all with no prior commitment. Join as frequently or infrequently as your schedule allows.

⌨️4 time slots available throughout the week!

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WiCS+ Fall 2025 Drop In Writing Groups

The Fall 2025 writing groups will be open to all on a drop in basis starting September 15 - December 16, 2025. Meetings will be held three different days and four times each week. You are welcome to j...

docs.google.com

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WiCS+ Europe @wicseurope.bsky.social · Sep 9

Save the date for the next virtual coffee hour centered on generative AI as a tool and a topic for research in cognitive science:

☕️Thursday, Oct. 9, 2:00 PM EST

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WiCS+ Virtual Coffee Hour

Sign Up to Receive just in time reminder emails with the link for the upcoming Coffee Hours

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WiCS+ Europe @wicseurope.bsky.social · Sep 9

The agenda for the upcoming WiCS online events for this fall is now available
👇🏽

www.womenincogsci.org/events

Events — Women in Cognitive Science

www.womenincogsci.org

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WiCS+ Europe @wicseurope.bsky.social · Sep 9

Taking all your feedback, we’re already thinking about all the upcoming events.

Thanks again for being part of the conversation.

Looking forward to continuing it!

WiCS+ Europe @wicseurope.bsky.social · Sep 9

And huge thanks to all mentors and mentees who joined the Speed Mentoring!

It was a safe, trustworthy space for connection around navigating the research path, and we all highlighted the value of different perspectives and intergenerational exchange.

Cheers to all the openness and generosity!

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WiCS+ Europe @wicseurope.bsky.social · Sep 9

We discussed about creating inclusive and safe academic spaces across the 25 years of WiCS+ and the work still ahead.

Judy Kroll and @nurasidarus.bsky.social revisited our origins and evolution, and together with @martarivz.bsky.social reflected on structural challenges and collective action

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WiCS+ Europe @wicseurope.bsky.social · Sep 9

It’s been one week since WiCS+Europe at #ESCOP2025, and we want to thank everyone who joined us!

We’re especially grateful to @escop.bsky.social for supporting us over the years to keep a space for connection, visibility, and discussion about inclusivity in cognitive science alive and growing

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Association for Psychological Science @psychscience.bsky.social · Aug 29

APS Fellow @lewan.bsky.social & colleagues have recently developed the Anti-Autocracy Handbook, which they describe as “a call to action, resilience, and collective defense of democracy, truth, and academic freedom in the face of mounting authoritarianism.”

New Anti-Autocracy Handbook Aims to Give Power Back to Scholars

APS Fellow Stephan Lewandowsky and colleagues recently developed the Anti-Autocracy Handbook, designed to provide guidance to scholars navigating the growing global trend of democratic backsliding.

www.psychologicalscience.org

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WiCS+ Europe @wicseurope.bsky.social · Sep 2

We’re delighted to be at #ESCOP2025 today!

Creating Inclusive and Safe Academic Spaces
Celebrating 25 years of Women in Cognitive Science
with @nurasidarus.bsky.social & Judith F. Kroll

📍 Diamond Lecture Theatre 7
🕒 Panel: 13:30–15:00
☕ Mentoring & Coffee: 15:00–16:30

Everyone is welcome!

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WiCS+ Europe @wicseurope.bsky.social · Aug 11

For MENTEES:

If you are a junior researcher looking for guidance at #ESCOP2025 the WiCS+E Speed Mentoring session offers a chance to meet senior faculty, ask questions, and get tailored advice. All in a supportive, inclusive setting.

🔗 Sign up today! forms.gle/HH9SpvSJ3yuV...

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WiCS+ Europe @wicseurope.bsky.social · Aug 11

For MENTORS:

If you are a senior researcher attending #ESCOP2025 join the WiCS+E Speed Mentoring and support junior scientists through short, focused conversations. No long-term commitment — just one meaningful exchange.

🔗 Sign up today: forms.gle/Fkxu9H5Z1VMa...

WiCS-E Speed Mentoring at ESCOP 2025 Sheffield: Registration form for MENTORS

Please fill out the following form if you would like to volunteer to be mentor at the Speed Mentoring session at the WiCS-E meeting at ESCOP 2025 in Sheffield, United Kingdom. If you have any questio...

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WiCS+ Europe @wicseurope.bsky.social · Aug 11

WHY IT'S WORTH IT?

Whether you're seeking guidance or offering it, this session is:

✔️Efficient: Just one or two targeted questions can lead to insightful, targeted advice.
✔️Inclusive: Open to scientists of all gender identities.
✔️Proven: Successfully held at APS, ICPS, Psychonomics or SARMAC

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WiCS+ Europe @wicseurope.bsky.social · Aug 11

WHAT IS SPEED MENTORING?

We aim to bring together junior researchers and senior faculty for short, focused conversations about research, careers, and academic life.

It’s confidential, inclusive, and designed to foster meaningful connections across disciplines and career stages.

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WiCS+ Europe @wicseurope.bsky.social · Aug 11

⏳ Deadline today! If you’ll be at #ESCOP2025, don’t miss your chance to join the WiCS+E Speed Mentoring session.

📅 Tuesday, Sept 2
🕒 15:00–16:30 (during the coffee reception)
📍 Diamond Lecture Theatre 7

A unique opportunity to connect, discuss, and reflect.
Sign up now to be part of it 👇

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European Society for Cognitive Psychology @escop.bsky.social · Aug 1

In addition to the regular conference programme, registrants of ESCoP 2025 will have the chance to take part in the following satellite events at no additional cost prior to the regular conference events. Act quickly as spaces are limited and filling up!
www.escop2025.com/satellite-ev...

Satellite Events | ESCOP 2025

View the satellite event programme for the ESCOP 2025 conference.

www.escop2025.com

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WiCS+ Europe @wicseurope.bsky.social · Aug 1

Remember,
The sign-up deadline has been extended to August 11th

Sign up here ⬇️

Mentors: forms.gle/Fkxu9H5Z1VMa...
Mentees: forms.gle/HH9SpvSJ3yuV...

We hope you’ll take part in this valuable opportunity.

See you in Sheffield!

@escop.bsky.social #ESCOP2025

WiCS-E Speed Mentoring at ESCOP 2025 Sheffield: Registration form for MENTORS

Please fill out the following form if you would like to volunteer to be mentor at the Speed Mentoring session at the WiCS-E meeting at ESCOP 2025 in Sheffield, United Kingdom. If you have any questio...

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WiCS+ Europe @wicseurope.bsky.social · Aug 1

- The information shared during the session is to be kept completely confidential.
- This session is open to scientists of all gender identities, and both mentors and mentees from past sessions have found it highly valuablw

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WiCS+ Europe @wicseurope.bsky.social · Aug 1

Please note a few ground rules:

- This is a one-time session (the mentor is not committing to a longer-term mentoring relationship).
- The mentee prepares 1 or 2 specific questions to guide the session and make the most of it, and sends their CV and questions to the mentor ahead of time.

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WiCS+ Europe @wicseurope.bsky.social · Aug 1

The speed mentoring session offers junior researchers the opportunity to connect with senior faculty to discuss various aspects of research and academic careers.

The goal is to foster in-depth discussions while also encouraging connections with individuals from diverse roles and backgrounds.

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WiCS+ Europe @wicseurope.bsky.social · Aug 1

🙋‍♀️Did you register for the WiCS+ satellite event at #ESCOP2025?
Join us at the WiCS+E Speed Mentoring session during the coffee reception ☕
📣 The sign-up deadline has been extended to August 11th
Sign up here ⬇️
Mentors forms.gle/Fkxu9H5Z1VMa...
Mentees forms.gle/HH9SpvSJ3yuV...

@escop.bsky.social

WiCS-E Speed Mentoring at ESCOP 2025 Sheffield: Registration form for MENTORS

Please fill out the following form if you would like to volunteer to be mentor at the Speed Mentoring session at the WiCS-E meeting at ESCOP 2025 in Sheffield, United Kingdom. If you have any questio...

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European Society for Cognitive Psychology @escop.bsky.social · Jul 31

Don’t forget to register for the ESCoP 2025!

Whether you are presenting or just planning to enjoy all the stimulating scientific and social events, you still must register!
Save your time and energy by registering online!
#ESCOP2025

Registration and Fees | ESCOP 2025

View the registration details and fees and register for the ESCOP 2025 event conference.

www.escop2025.com

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