Oxford Women and Non-Binary People in Mathematics Day 2026
Andrew Wiles Building, The University of Oxford
Andrew Wiles Building, The University of Oxford
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Registrations for OxWIM Day 2026 are currently open!
28th February 2026
28th February 2026
This is a joint event between Mathematrix and the Mirzakhani Society of the University of Oxford.
Everyone is welcome regardless of their gender identity
Everyone is welcome regardless of their gender identity
Shaping Success explores the many ways underrepresented genders can define their own success within a mathematical career. The conference highlights a broad range of pathways, spanning academia, industry, and roles in between. Bringing together mathematicians from across the UK, our programme includes talks from established voices in both academic and industrial settings, opportunities for early career researchers to share their work, and interactive workshops focused on skills such as mathematical communication. Alongside this, Shaping Success is a space to reflect on diverse experiences of mathematics, past and present, and to continue developing solidarity and peer support amongst women and non-binary mathematicians in the UK.
Keynote Talks
Keynote Talks
Posters and Careers Stalls
Posters and Careers Stalls
Networking
Networking
Confirmed Speakers
Confirmed Speakers
Prof Ulrike Tillmann, University of Oxford
Salimah Dharssi, Bank of America
Dr. Kat Phillips, University of Warwick
Prof. Melanie Rupflin, University of Oxford
Prof Chris Hollings, University of Oxford
Prof Laura Black, University of Manchester
Kate O'Brien, University of Manchester
Rachel Nash, Mercedes
Representative from National Cyber Security Centre
HISTORY
On February 17th 2024, we held the inaugural Oxford Women and Non-Binary People in Mathematics Day. The theme was 'Beyond the Pipeline' and aimed to discuss the outdated and problematic metaphor of the `leaky pipeline' for the decreasing number of women and other gender minorities in Mathematics. We had over 100 participants from around the UK and a packed schedule of events during the day. See below for some photos and testimonials from the day.
On March 1st 2025, we held the second OxWIM day on the theme 'Pathways to Progress'. We had over 180 participants from around the UK (from Exeter to Glasgow!) and a packed schedule of events during the day. See below for some photos and testimonials from the day. You can view the conference website from last year here.
Feedback from the 2025 OxWIM Day
Feedback from the 2025 OxWIM Day
“The talks were all fantastic! It was great to hear about people’s stories and how they got to where they are, beyond their research topics.”
“The keynote speaker was fantastic — a brilliant talk with some super interesting maths and very inspiring ideas.”
“The day was structured very well, and the length was great — long enough to make the travel worth it, and ending at a good point.”
“I most enjoyed listening to the keynote speaker and having open conversations in a very welcoming and supportive environment.”
“It was great to hear about the different projects people are working on and how they use maths. It was especially inspiring to hear their passion.”
“The opportunity to talk to people from industry and get CV feedback was a really valuable part of the day — definitely keep this for the future.”
“Thank you for organising such a wonderful day — I had a great time!”
Feedback from the 2024 OxWIM Day
Feedback from the 2024 OxWIM Day
"It was great not only to focus on people's work and Maths, but on their journey of getting there and hearing their stories was very motivating and exciting. "
"I really enjoyed the event, it had a strong sense of community, everyone did such a great job. "
"Wonderful inclusive atmosphere. The best conference I have been to!"
"Extremely friendly atmosphere where it was much easier to ask questions and have informal discussions than at regular conferences or career days. "
On what they enjoyed the most about the day... "Connecting with other women, exchanging stories, learning about career paths including failures, low confidence, imposter syndrome... feeling seen"
"I was nervous about attending beforehand but had a really good time and am very glad I went. "
"I felt very empowered and confident by the end of the day! Thank you for organising this"
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