Workshops

Mentoring Workshop for Women in Nuclear - Growth and Global Connection

1. Workshop Overview

  • Date: 31 March 2026
  • Time: 09:00 – 11:00 (2 hours)
  • Venue: Room# 205+206, HICO, Gyeongju, Republic of Korea
  • Participants: Approx. 20 mentors + 60 mentees
  • Theme: Women in Nuclear – Growth and Global Connection

2. Objectives

The mentoring workshop aims to provide the next generation of nuclear professionals with direct access to experienced global women leaders in the field. Through structured conversations and meaningful exchanges, mentees will gain career insights, motivation, and international networking opportunities.

  • Foster global exchange and solidarity based on diversity and inclusion
    • By facilitating cross-cultural knowledge sharing and connection between young professionals (mentees) and senior-level women experts (mentors) from various countries.
  • Support career exploration and identity building
    • By enabling mentees to better understand diverse career paths in the nuclear field and see themselves as part of the global nuclear community.
  • Promote intergenerational leadership and network sustainability
    • By positioning WiN Global mentors as active role models and advocates, helping to extend leadership capacity across generations and national boundaries.

3. Participants

  • Mentees: WiN Global members, including undergraduate and graduate students as well as early-career professionals
  • Mentors: WiN Global members with senior-level experience in nuclear-related fields, including technical, policy, education, communication, and international cooperation

3. Program Schedule (2 hours)

Time Session Description
09:00 – 09:15 Opening & Orientation Welcome remarks, program overview, and table instructions
  • Mentimeter ice breaker with audience
  • Co-Chairs of Mentoring Workshop to lead welcoming remarks, programme overview, table instructions, introduce invited speakers (Youngmi Nam, KAERI and Morgan Packer, NEA)
09:15 – 09:45 Mentor Panel Talk
Theme: 'My Journey in Nuclear – Lessons and Turning Points'		 Three mentors share personal career stories and insights, followed by brief Q&A
  • Very brief opening remarks per person (5-7 minutes)
  • NEA Director-General Magwood
  • WiN Global President, Melina Belinco
  • Dr. Min Byoung Joo, KIAT
09:45 – 10:20 Round 1 – Thematic Group Mentoring 1 mentor + 3 mentees
  • Pre-pair mentors with mentees in advance of the WS
  • Establish list of topics for grouping
  • NEA to establish list of topics for mentoring
  • Identify mentors in advance in line with topics
10:20 – 10:40 Break (20 minutes) Coffee, informal conversation, and group rotation
10:40 – 11:20 Round 2 – Cross-Mentoring Session Mentees choose new tables based on interest; mentors may rotate or remain
  • Pre-pair mentors with mentees for second round, mentors remain seated while mentees move
11:20 – 11:30 Networking & Closing Free networking, QR code exchange, post-workshop survey, group photo
  • DG Magwood / Melina Belinco

4. Operational Notes

Item Details
Group Arrangements* 30 teams × (1 mentor + 3 mentees)
Topics General Topics for the Mentoring Workshop
  • Leadership Pathways for Women in Nuclear
    • Exploring leadership pathways, challenges, and opportunities for women in the nuclear sector.
    • Includes discussions on authentic leadership, leading diverse teams, and building influence.
  • Career Transitions & Growth
    • Navigating career changes, moving between technical and non-technical roles, and strategies for advancement.
    • Addressing imposter syndrome and building confidence.
    • Identifying unconscious bias, how it is formed and how can you improve unconscious bias in your environment.
    • International work & mobility: insights into working in different countries, adapting to new cultures, and leveraging international opportunities in nuclear.
    • Pursuing an international career in nuclear.
  • Personal Development & Work-Life Balance
    • Time management, resilience, stress management, and maintaining well-being.
    • Long-term career and personal goals and adapting work-life balance.
    • Maternity leave and managing breaks in career.
  • STEM Careers in Nuclear
    • Overview of STEM career paths: engineering, safety, operations, R&D, and regulatory roles.
    • Emerging fields such as digitalization, AI, and advanced reactor concepts.
    • Attracting, retaining, and supporting women in STEM careers and the nuclear sector.
    • Retention and advancement of all nuclear sector professionals, not only the young generation.
    • Field of specific interest to be specified (e.g. nuclear safety, radioactive waste management, radiological protection, nuclear law).
  • Improving Cross-cultural and Generational Understanding
    • Fostering inclusive environments that empower women from diverse backgrounds.
    • Bridging cultural and generational gaps in professional relationships.
  • Experience Sharing & Case Studies
    • Real-life stories from women leaders and early-career professionals.
    • Lessons learned, overcoming setbacks, and celebrating achievements.
Pre-Matching Round 1 and 2: based on interest survey, groups are pre-defined in advance
Support Materials Mentor & mentee profile booklet, QR code for contact sharing, feedback form

* Group arrangements may be adjusted based on the information provided in the pre-registration survey

5. Expected Outcomes

  • Mentees:
    • Gain practical career guidance based on real-life experiences
    • Broaden global perspectives on nuclear careers
  • Mentors:
    • Contribute to the development of future women leaders in nuclear
    • Share leadership experience and expand their own mentoring capacities
  • WiN Global:
    • Strengthen its role as a platform for intergenerational exchange
    • Promote global engagement and foster sustainable community building
  1. William D. Magwood, IV., Director-General, NEA
  2. Melina Belinco, WiN Global President
  3. Eva Gyane, WiN Global Technical Leader
  4. Martina Adorni, Nuclear Safety Specialist, NEA
  5. SeMoon Park, former WiN Global President
  6. Keiko Chitose, Nuclear Safety Specialist, NEA
  7. Min Byoung Joo, KIAT, Korea
  8. Kimberly Nick, Head of Division, Nuclear Law, NEA
  9. Hannah Romses, Nuclear Stakeholder Engagement Specialist, NEA
  10. Amparo Soler, Senior Supervisor Nuclear Department, Nfoque Advisory Services, Spain
  11. Hasna Al Blooshi, Vice-President of WiN Global; Enterprise Quality Assurance Director, ENEC, UAE
  12. Amal Elrefaei, Vice-President of WiN Global; Programme Management Officer, IAEA
  13. Gabi Voigt, former WiN Global President

Table 1. Team Structure for WiN Global 2026 Mentoring Workshop

Category Role Responsibilities Main Person(s)
Core Team Overall Coordinator
  • Overall program planning and final decision-making
  • Coordination with the Organizing Committee and PCO
  • Post-workshop follow-up and expansion of the global network
 Youngmi Nam
International Co-Coordinator
  • Co-design of the program and session structure
  • Panel session development and presentation of global case studies and OECD/NEA best practices
  • Recruitment of international mentors and mentees
 Morgan Packer
Group Mentoring Facilitator Managing and Facilitating group discussions Co-Chairs: Youngmi Nam and Morgan Packer
Working Team Program Manager (Korean Side) Session schedule design, content coordination, and mentor–mentee allocation management. TBD – to be decided by local hosts
International Liaison Communication with international mentors/mentees and arrangement of interpretation/language support. Morgan Packer, arrangement of interpretation / language support to be decided by local hosts
Survey & Matching Coordinator Preparation and collection of pre-workshop surveys; participant matching by field of interest. Morgan Packer / NEA Secretariat with final review / approval by local hosts
Logistics Coordinator Venue layout, seating plan, and onsite operation management. TBD by local hosts
Documentation Coordinator Photo/video recording, collection of participant feedback, and preparation of the post-event report. TBD
Support Team PCO Support Registration, information desk, and materials preparation (badges, handbook, etc.). PCO staff
Volunteers Assist workshop, Q&A, and time management. WiN Korea Young Members / Volunteers

Table 2. Preparatory Schedule for WiN Global 2026 Mentoring Workshop

Period Main Tasks Details Lead / Responsibility
Nov 2025 Initial Planning
  • Define objectives, theme, and 3-hour session framework
  • Establish Core Team
 Youngmi Nam, Morgan Packer
Dec 2025 Program Design & Draft
  • Design session structure (panel, group mentoring, wrap-up)
  • Define mentor/mentee criteria
  • Prepare program concept note and manual
  • Identify VIPs who are attending WiN Global Conference and send them invitation to participate in mentoring workshop
 Core Team
Jan 2026 Mentor & Mentee Recruitment
  • Announcement via WiN Global channels and website
  • Finalize selection of mentors for 6 different topics
  • Distribute to WiN Korea and regional chapters
  • Open pre-registration form (Google Form)
 Working Team, PCO
Jan-Feb 2026 Pre-survey & Matching Preparation
  • Distribute and collect mentor/mentee pre-surveys
  • Develop matching mentoring table based on interests, job fields, and regions
 Morgan Packer
Late Feb 2026 Finalize Program Content
  • Review opening remarks, guiding questions, and session flow
 Core Team
Early Mar 2026 Material & Pre-event Communication
  • Prepare program booklet, participant list, and group table map
  • Send orientation email to participants
 Documentation Coordinator, PCO
Late Mar 2026 Onsite Preparation & Final Rehearsal
  • Check venue layout and logistics with HICO
  • Test equipment (mic, timer, interpreter devices)
  • Train facilitators and volunteers
  • Conduct rehearsal
 All Teams
Mar 31, 2026 Mentoring Workshop (Event Day)
  • Registration & seating guidance
  • Opening and welcome remarks
  • Panel session + Group mentoring
  • Introduce follow-up online mentoring initiatives
  • Wrap-up & group photo
 All Teams
Mid Apr 2026 Post-event Evaluation & Report
  • Analyze feedback survey results
  • Compile participant reflections
  • Submit report with photos and summary
 Documentation Coordinator

Nuclear Synergies: Uniting Nuclear Professionals through Interactive Learning and Collaboration

1. Executive Summary

This Executive Summary outlines the plan for the "Nuclear Synergies" workshop, designed to showcase the diverse technical expertise within WiN Global. Conducted by the Leaders of five of WiN Global's 14 Groups of Expertise, the session aims to showcase those Groups' respective subject areas and provide a platform for knowledge exchange among nuclear professionals.

2. Workshop Overview

  • Theme: Nuclear Synergies: Uniting Nuclear Professionals through interactive learning and collaboration
  • Date: 31 March 2026
  • Time: 13:30 – 16:00 (150 minutes)
  • Venue: Room 300A, HICO, Gyeongju, Republic of Korea
  • Target Audience: Conference participants seeking to enhance knowledge in nuclear innovation, small modular reactors, law, security, and safeguards. Each participant will have the opportunity to participate in three of the five Interactive Sessions, based on their areas of interest.

3. Key Objectives

  • Introduce participants to the various technical subject areas within WiN Global's Groups of Expertise
  • Provide opportunities for skill enhancement and professional development through scenario-based learning
  • Establish clear pathways for participants to join and contribute to WiN Global expert groups

4. Program Schedule (150 minutes)

Time Session Key Activities
13:30 – 13:40 General Introduction Overview of WiN Global Groups of Expertise (Eva Gyane)
13:40 – 13:45 Group Distribution Participants move to tables based on pre-registered interests
13:45 – 14:25 Interactive Session 1 First parallel workshop (PIW1) with case studies/scenarios, including results and conclusions
14:25 – 15:05 Interactive Session 2 Participants rotate, second parallel workshop (PIW2) with case studies/scenarios, including results and conclusions
15:05 – 15:45 Interactive Session 3 Participants rotate, third parallel workshop (PIW3) with case studies/scenarios, including results and conclusions
15:45 – 16:00 Closing Remarks Feedback, lessons learned, and information on how to join GoEs

5. Leading Expertise Groups

The workshop will be facilitated by leaders from the following groups:

  1. WiNI: Innovation
  2. WiN Reactors: Small Modular Reactors & Advanced Reactors
  3. WiNLI: Nuclear Law
  4. WiNSI: Nuclear Security
  5. WiN for Peace: Non-proliferation, Safeguards, Export Controls and Disarmament

6. Operational Requirements & Methodology

  • Methodology: Sessions will use interactive, scenario-based learning and case study discussions
  • Materials: Pre-distributed online materials and QR codes for existing resources will be provided
  • Logistics: Room 300A will require table identification (numbers 1-5), 1 microphone, 5 flipcharts, note pads and pens for all participants and 5 screens for results and conclusions
  • Evaluation: Success will be measured via online evaluation forms and post-workshop reflections from group leaders

7. Contact Details

Parentaly Community Mentorship Workshop (P2CD)

1. Workshop Overview

The Parentaly Community Mentorship Workshop is an interactive, community-driven initiative led by the WiN Global Young Generation (WiN YG), part of the Parentaly Project (P2CD). It addresses the challenge of balancing pregnancy, parenthood, and career development in the nuclear sector by creating a structured space for mentorship, peer exchange, and evidence-based dialogue.

The workshop is designed for early- and mid-career professionals and experienced mentors. Participants engage in facilitated discussions, mentorship exchanges, and interactive activities to share lived experiences, identify support gaps, and co-develop practical insights that contribute to more inclusive and family-friendly professional environments.

The initiative is aligned with the IAEA Gender Equality Policy, the 2023 OECD Recommendation on Improving the Gender Balance in the Nuclear Sector, and the work of the NEA High-Level Group on Improving the Gender Balance in the Nuclear Sector (HLG-GB), bridging global policy commitments with professional realities.

  • Date: 31 March 2026
  • Time: 13:00 – 16:00 (2.5 hours)
  • Venue: Room# 205+206, HICO, Gyeongju, Republic of Korea
  • Participants: 40–60 participants (including mentees, mentors, and facilitation/support staff)

2. Key Themes & Objectives

Key Themes:

  • Mentorship and career continuity during pregnancy and parenthood
  • Inclusive workplace practices in the nuclear sector
  • Cross-regional experience sharing and peer support

Objectives:

  • Establish a P2CD mentorship framework adaptable across regions
  • Facilitate structured mentorship and knowledge exchange
  • Collect evidence to inform future organizational and policy recommendations

3. Target Audience & Value Propositions

  • Early- and Mid-Career Professionals:
    • Access to experienced mentors and global peer networks
    • Practical strategies for career advancement while managing family responsibilities
    • Opportunity to contribute to research shaping future workplace policies
  • Mentors (Experienced Professionals):
    • Make a tangible impact on the next generation
    • Receive public recognition, certificates, and branded tokens
    • Enhance leadership visibility in the global nuclear community
  • Institutional Partners:
    • Demonstrate commitment to gender equality and inclusion
    • Gain visibility as a leader in progressive workplace practices
    • Access data-driven insights for organizational development

4. Program Schedule (2.5 hours)

Time Session
13:30 – 13:45 Registration & baseline survey
13:45 – 14:00 Opening session and workshop overview
14:00 – 14:30 Panel discussion: P2CD perspectives and mentor insights
14:30 – 15:00 Breakout mentorship discussions and "Voices Wall" activity
15:00 – 15:20 Group reporting
15:20 – 15:50 Interactive mapping session (support systems and reflections)
15:50 – 16:00 Feedback, closing remarks, and next steps

5. How to Get Involved

  • Attendees: Register via the conference website and complete the Parentaly Survey (QR codes/links to be provided).
  • Mentors: Express your interest by contacting the team directly at [email protected]. Join us in shaping the next generation and be recognized for your leadership.
  • Partners: Support the workshop, gain visibility, and access exclusive insights. Contact us to discuss collaboration opportunities.
  • Promote: Share the workshop and Parentaly survey on your networks and social media using #ParentalyProject #P2CD.