A major part of the ORWH mandate is to develop opportunities for and support for recruitment, retention, re-entry, and advancement of women in biomedical careers. In 1992, ORWH collaborated with the scientific, medical, and advocacy communities, Congress and other Government entities, and the public about NIH's career development programs related to women's health. This collaboration provided the impetus for the development of a wide variety of programs and strategies described below.
Background
Career Development Programs
Career Development Reports (1999 – 2005)
National Leadership Workshop on Mentoring Women in Biomedical Careers
To hear Dr. Kington's presentation, please go to National Leadership Workshop on Mentoring Women in Biomedical Careers (Day 1, Day 2).
WISHnet: Women in Science and Health Care Network — Website designed to encourage and mentor girls and women who are interested in careers in science, research, and healthcare.
New NIH Office of Extramural Research Website on Sex and Gender in the Biomedical Science Workforce
Women’s Health Directory of Residency and Fellowship Programs Now Available!
Background
Career Development Programs
Career Development Reports (1999 – 2006)
Women in Biomedical Research: Best Practices for Sustaining Career Success – Meeting Proceedings
National Leadership Workshop on Mentoring Women in Biomedical Careers – Meeting Proceedings
Sex and Gender in the Biomedical Science Workforce (NIH Office of Extramural Research)