Women’s Leadership in Academia in Times of Rising Geopolitical Tensions
Brussels, 10 June 2026
Palace of the Academies – Rubens Room
Rue Ducale 1
1000 Brussels
Belgium
The Palace of the Academies is located in the European Quarter of Brussels, within walking distance of major European institutions and easily accessible by public transport.
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Programme & Timing | The conference will take place as a full-day programme. Registration will open in the morning; the exact time will be confirmed. The detailed agenda and confirmed speakers will be published separately. Participants are kindly invited to arrive at least 15 minutes before the official opening. |
| Travel Information | From Brussels Airport (BRU): Direct train to Brussels Central Station (approx. 20 minutes) Taxi: approx. 25–35 minutes depending on traffic From Brussels Midi Station (Eurostar / Thalys): Metro to Arts-Loi or Trône Taxi: approx. 15–20 minutes Nearest metro stations: Trône Arts-Loi Brussels Central Station is approximately a 15-minute walk from the venue. |
| Registration | Registration is mandatory. Participation will be confirmed upon completion of the registration process and payment (where applicable). |
| Catering | Coffee breaks and lunch will be provided during the conference. Participants are kindly invited to indicate any dietary requirements at the time of registration. |
| Accommodation | Participants are responsible for arranging their own accommodation and travel. A number of hotels are located within walking distance of the venue. |
For your convenience, several hotels within approximately a 10–15 minute walking distance to the conference venue have been recommended:
| Hotel | Notes |
|---|---|
| Moxy Brussels City Center | Easy access to the venue |
| Aqua Hotel Brussels | Within walking distance |
| Radisson RED Brussels | Close to European Quarter |
| Stanhope Hotel Brussels by Thon Hotels | Premium option near venue |
Participants are kindly invited to make their own reservations directly with the hotels.
Palace of the Academies – Rubens Room, Brussels (European Quarter)
Please note that photographs and video recordings may be taken during the event for communication and dissemination purposes in line with EWORA’s institutional activities.
For organisational enquiries:
info@ewora.org
www.ewora.org
