Informal Online get-together with Women in IP and their Allies
Wednesday 10 July 2024
12.30 – 1.15 pm, online
“Empathy – extending it to others and ourselves”
This Women in IP Coffee Date was on Wednesday 10 July 2024 at 12.30 pm, online. The theme was “Empathy – extending it to others and ourselves”. When we think about empathy it is usually in the context of understanding and sharing the feelings of others – an essential characteristic for being a good ally. However, what about “self-empathy”? Is it difficult to extend the kindness to ourselves that we readily offer to others? The discussion was informal and provided a forum for everyone to share experiences and practices for being more empathetic to ourselves and each other.
Who’s it for?
As always, the coffee date was open to everyone regardless of gender, role or stage of career. Women in IP’s coffee dates are informal, and the hosts provide suggested discussion points and questions relating to the chosen theme but there is no requirement to follow these, and conversations tend to flow naturally. The coffee dates are a great way to meet new people, share your thoughts and feelings and generally cheer yourself up.
Don’t miss out!
These informal meet-ups are always popular. They’re a great way to meet new friends, share your thoughts and feelings, and generally cheer yourself up.
You can read the outcomes from previous coffee dates on the Women in IP section of our website. Or filter by the tag “Women in IP coffee dates” on our News and Features page.
Cost
This event was free. So are all our resources. We think it’s important to keep IP Inclusive on the right side of the paywall.
That said, we do need money to keep the show on the road, so if you enjoyed the event please consider contributing to our 2023-24 fundraising campaign. For more information – including about corporate donations – visit our fundraising page.