SheLeads 2026: A Day of Leadership, Connection and Celebration

Join us on 28th March on Strand Campus, King’s College London for SheLeads 2026, the flagship conference and gala hosted by KCL Womxn in Dentistry during Women’s History Month.

Designed for students, professionals, and aspiring leaders from all disciplines, this full-day experience brings together voices from healthcare, dentistry, business, education, and beyond for a day centred on leadership, innovation, collaboration, and career growth. Whether you’re a student exploring your future, an early-career professional building your path, or someone passionate about community and change, SheLeads is designed to equip, inspire, and connect.

At the heart of the conference are four anchor themes that shape the day:

Lead – Leadership & influence
Build – Innovation & entrepreneurship
Connect – Networking & mentorship
Grow – Career direction & community

These themes guide every workshop, discussion, and conversation throughout the day.

Information about tickets:
- AM+PM: This ticket gives you access to both AM and PM components of our SheLeads event.
- AM: This ticket gives you access to our morning conference and workshops (10:00-14:30)
- PM: This ticket gives you access to our evening gala (18:00-22:00)

Members: Please ensure you have a Womxn In Dentistry membership.
General: Anyone can purchase (non-members)

What to Expect
*Please note: a full schedule of the day will be emailed closer to the time.*

AM: 9:30am to 2:30pm

Arrive at the iconic Strand campus and start the day by meeting fellow attendees - this is your first chance to network with students, professionals, and organisations joining us from across London and beyond.

We’ll kick off the conference by introducing the vision behind She Leads and setting the tone for a day focused on empowerment, collaboration, and innovation.

10AM: Introduction 

Our Interactive Workshops will begin from 10:15am

Rather than traditional lectures, these workshops are designed to be interactive and reflective, giving you tools and frameworks you can actively apply in your own academic, professional, or personal journey.

You can expect: 

- Two main workshops - attended by everyone and focussing on leadership, communication, knowing your own influence and public speaking.
- Parallel workshop - these smaller workshops are designed to encourage discussion and collaboration while helping attendees develop the practical skills needed to excel whilst also enabling delegates the chance to engage with new perspectives and leave with ideas you can apply in your own journeys - including at the gala!

Each delegate will be able to choose between two 30-minute workshops, switching between sessions and explore multiple topics.

12:30: Networking & Trade Fayre

Enjoy light nibbles and refreshments while exploring stalls from organisations, initiatives, and brands working across healthcare, dentistry, education, and professional development. It’s a chance to:

- Discover opportunities and resources
- Speak directly with organisations and innovators
- Connect with people from different backgrounds and industries
- Climb the WID x Pikd leaderboard!

Whether you’re looking for inspiration, mentorship, collaborations, or simply great conversation, this is where many of the most valuable connections of the day are made.

Want your society, company or association at the fayre? Email us at [kclwid@gmail.com](mailto:kclwid@gmail.com) or shoot us a message on Instagram at @womxnindentistry.kcl

Evening Programme

As the afternoon moves into evening, SheLeads shifts from workshops to discussion, reflection, and celebration.

Hear from a diverse panel of speakers who will share their journeys, challenges, and insights into leadership across healthcare and beyond. These panels invites honest conversation about navigating careers, building communities, and redefining what leadership looks like in modern professional spaces.

Attendees will have the opportunity to engage directly with the panel, ask questions, and reflect on the ideas explored throughout the day.

We’ll close the evening with a relaxed reception where you can reconnect with speakers, attendees, and organisations you met earlier in the day. Expect meaningful conversations, new friendships, and the chance to reflect on everything you’ve learned.

18:00:  Registration 

18:30: Panel 1: Young Dentists

19:10: Break + Refreshments (20mins) 

19:30: Panel 2: Mentor’s Panel

20:10: Thank you & Activity 

20:20: Networking Activities & Refreshments

21:20: Closing Remarks

Why Attend?

✨ Learn practical leadership frameworks and professional skills

 Connect with students, professionals, and organisations

 Discover opportunities across healthcare, dentistry, and beyond

 Celebrate Women’s History Month in a vibrant and inspiring space

 Create memories with a community of passionate and driven individuals

At WID, we believe in events being more than - SheLeads is more than a conference - it’s a community experience.

A day of ideas, conversations, and connections that you’ll carry with you long after the event ends.

Whether you’re coming to learn, network, explore opportunities, or simply be inspired, this is an event you won’t want to miss!