Biennial Event – Registration and Information
Next Event : Saturday 7 November 2026
Registration opens : 13 September 2026
The registration link will be available here.
More than twenty interactive workshops in the fields of STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) are offered during the Biennial Event Elargis tes Horizons. The workshops are conducted in French and English, led in particular by women who are professionally active in various fields of science and technology. Each young girl participates in two workshops.
The facilitators present their educational background and training and share their professional experiences, thereby serving as inspiring role models and, perhaps, sparking new vocations. The aim is to show that scientific and technological disciplines are exciting and open the door to a wide variety of careers, while emphasising the importance of these subjects, particularly mathematics, throughout the school curriculum.
The Biennial Event of Elargis tes Horizons also features a Discovery Fairs with around twenty stands. An organised tour of these stands allows young girls to talk to other professionals who live their passion for science on a daily basis.
The Biennial Event of Elargis tes Horizons is completely free of charge thanks to the generous support of our Sponsors and Partners.
Strengths
- FREE
- More than twenty interactive workshops
- More than twenty stands at the Discovery Fair
- Lunch is OFFERED for all participants and volunteers
- And many other fun surprises ...
Reception and check-in
On the day of the event, don't forget to bring your confirmation ticket.
It is not possible to register on site on the day of the event!
Each participant will receive a personalised schedule, including two workshops and a visit to the Discovery Fair.
Welcome messages and sessions 1, 2 and 3
A meeting point is planned at the beginning and end of each session. Participants will then be accompanied to their workshop or to the Discovery Fair. All these details will be explained in detail during the welcome messages in the auditorium.
Meal
At lunchtime, participants will be accompanied to the cafeteria by guides.
There is no need to bring a packed lunch: a hot meal will be provided for everyone. The menu includes beef or vegetarian lasagne, green salad and, to finish, a dessert or fruit salad.
End of the day
At the end of the day, parents are asked to collect their daughter(s) from the main hall.
Registrations
During registration, each participant will choose two workshops.
Click below to see upcoming workshops and stands, and a preview of previous editions.
Important information
⚠️ All girls must register online to participate. No registrations will be accepted on the day of the event.
As the number of places is limited, we advise you to register quickly in order to secure your place and enjoy a wider choice of workshops.
Cancellation : Already registered but unable to attend? Please notify us by text message at +41 79 456 99 10 or by email at contact@elargisteshorizons.ch [↗].
This will allow a girl on the waiting list to take your place.
Terms
Please consult our terms and conditions.
We are looking for Ambassadors!
If you are between 10 and 14 years old, you can become an Elargis tes Horizons ambassador!
🎯 Your mission :
- Share the information : distribute flyers and notices around your school.
- Make STEM subjects cool : promote STEM subjects on social media with creativity!
💥 What you gain from it :
- You have a real impact : inspires other girls to explore science and technology.
- Become an agent of change: breaks down stereotypes about science and technology.
- You receive : Elargis tes Horizons posters, flyers, pens and badges.
👉 Join us in broadening horizons and building the future for girls in STEM subjects!
Write to us at this address : contact@elargisteshorizons.ch [↗]
Map and transport
We encourage you to use public transport.
📍 Address
Uni Mail
Bd du Pont-d’Arve 40, 1205 Genève
Tél: +41 22 379 71 11
🚇 Public transport
From the airport :
– Bus 5 or 10 → Gare Cornavin → Tram 15 towards Palettes → Uni Mail stop
From Cornavin station:
– Tram 15 towards Palettes → Uni Mail stop
🚗 Car parks
– Parking Uni Mail [↗], Boulevard Carl-Vogt 102 or Quai Ernest Ansermet 14
– Parking Quai Ernest-Ansermet [↗], Quai Ernest-Ansermet 18
Frequently asked questions
How should girls dress ?
Wear comfortable clothes and don't be afraid to get dirty !
Can my other children attend the biennial event ?
The event is open only to girls aged 11 to 14, or in 8P and CO (or equivalent).
As a parent, may I attend the workshops at the biennial event with my daughter ?
No, the workshops for girls are designed to enable them to meet female scientists, explore new topics and discover exciting careers, together with their peers. However, you are welcome to attend the opening and closing sessions in the auditorium at 9am and 3pm.
Can the girls bring their phones ?
It is possible to leave it in the supervised cloakroom to avoid losing it when moving around the building. However, if the girls wish to keep it with them, please put it in airplane mode.
Who are the supervisors for the day?
They are volunteers, either professionals working in a scientific environment or former participants who come back to help afterwards.
Are the girls free to wander around and leave the building during the day?
No. They are always guided to their workshops and do not leave the building, even during meal time.
How do girls find their guides?
There is a meeting point at the beginning and end of each workshop/discovery fair session. This will be explained in detail during the opening session in the auditorium.
What will the girls have for lunch and how is it organised?
The girls can choose between a meal with meat or a vegetarian meal. If your daughter has any specific dietary requirements, please have her bring a picnik. At mealtimes, the girls will be accompanied to the cafeteria by the guides.
Is the cloakroom supervised?
Yes, it is monitored throughout the day. If it needs to be unlocked, please ask the Help Desk for help.
What happens if I do not want my daughter to appear in the photographs?
Girls who do not wish to appear in photographs will be given a red lanyard. Photographers are instructed not to film or photograph girls wearing this lanyard. If a girl with a red lanyard is nevertheless included in a filmed or photographed group, the image or video will either be deleted, or her face will be blurred before use.
Why do we need a special science event just for girls?
European research has shown that in 2017, 41% of scientists and engineers in the EU were women. However, women accounted for only 17% of those employed in high-tech and medium-high-tech manufacturing. In Switzerland, only 32% of scientists and engineers were women.
Figures published by the Federal Statistical Office show that in certain research sectors in Switzerland, very few women obtain a doctorate. For example, in information and communications technology, only 15% were women in 2016, and in engineering, only 27%. These women worked mainly in agriculture and veterinary sciences (76%) and education (61%). But even in these fields, women failed to gain access to management positions (only 29% in agriculture and veterinary sciences).
To ensure that girls are prepared for the 21st century, we must address this issue early on, when they are deciding which subjects to study at school.
Are there any risks associated with participating in the ETH biennial event?
To enable their daughters to participate, one of the parents must agree during the online registration process to the Disclaimer of liability for risks.
