Hannover/Germany. With around 1,700 participants and more than 100 speakers, FEMWORX 2025 set new standards. In 2026, the career congress enters the next round.

On April 23 and 24, 2026, FEMWORX will once again be an integral part of HANNOVER MESSE – with a clear goal: to make women in industry more visible, better connected, and stronger.

In 2026, FEMWORX will be even more closely integrated into HANNOVER MESSE. Joint formats on the Center Stage will link career and diversity topics directly with the key future fields of industry.

“My goal is an industry in which women enter the workforce naturally, advance in their careers, and take on leadership roles. FEMWORX provides visibility, networking, and empowerment – and demonstrates how diversity strengthens industry,” says Johanna Rudolph, Project Director FEMWORX at Deutsche Messe AG.

Platform for Visibility, Guidance, and Empowerment

The career congress supports women throughout their entire professional journey – from their first job to executive leadership. It offers:

  • Inspiration and guidance: Trends, opportunities, and career paths in industry.
  • Professional development: Hands-on sessions, best practices, and further training.
  • Visibility and a stage: Female experts and companies that embrace diversity as a driver of success.
  • Community and networking: Since 2024, regular side events have been fostering year-round exchange.
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    Advisory Board: Gratitude and New Impulses

    At FEMWORX 2025, Angela Josephs and Gerlinde Sturm were honored with great appreciation for their long-standing commitment as members of the advisory board. For FEMWORX 2026, the board will be joined by three new members: Benjamin Maischak (Phoenix Contact), Rebecca Vangenechten (Siemens AG), and Regina Mehler (1ST ROW & WOMEN SPEAKER), who will contribute their expertise and perspectives to the further development of FEMWORX.

    FEMWORX – Career Congress for Women in Industry

    As part of HANNOVER MESSE, the FEMWORX career congress will take place on April 23 and 24, 2026. Under the motto “Grow Together. Rise Higher.” the platform brings together women along their entire career path – from entry-level to top leadership. Attendees can expect a combination of expert keynotes, practice-oriented training, and numerous opportunities for exchange and networking.

    FEMWORX is the leading platform for visibility, guidance, and empowerment of women in industry.

    HANNOVER MESSE

    HANNOVER MESSE is the world's leading trade fair for the manufacturing industry. Around 4,000 exhibiting companies from the electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, digital, and energy sectors come together there to present solutions for competitive and sustainable industry. The main exhibition areas are Automation & Digitalization, Energy & Industrial Infrastructure, and Research & Technology Transfer. The topic artificial intelligence is a common thread through all exhibition areas. A diverse conference program enhances the fair. The next edition runs in Hannover from 20 to 24 April 2026. Brazil is Partner Country.

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