Applications are open for the next VILDA Mentorship Programme
Following the success of our first cohort, we are excited to open applications for the next VILDA Mentorship Programme. Created exclusively for VILDA members, the programme brings together women across […]
Insights from VILDA’s first mentorship cohort
– A conversation with Julie Silber and Maria Andersson Earlier this year, VILDA launched its first ever mentorship programme, a milestone step toward closing the diversity gap and strengthening female […]
Seeing the bigger picture in a complex industry – an interview with Helena Nilsson
For Helena Nilsson, partner at Setterwalls Advokatbyrå, the path to Life Sciences has been shaped by experience from the courts, the Swedish Government Offices and business law. Together, these experiences […]
VILDA and Setterwalls in strategic partnership to strengthen female leaders in life sciences
VILDA and Setterwalls Advokatbyrå are entering into a strategic partnership aimed at strengthening the next generation of life science companies and contributing to a more equal sector. Through a series […]
Boardio x VILDA partnership: Opening more doors to board & advisory roles
VILDA is proud to partner with BOARDIO to support more women in life science in taking the next step into board and advisory positions. Through this collaboration, VILDA members can […]
Meet VILDA-member Karoline Akerjordet
Our members shape what VILDA is and where it is going. Through experience, curiosity, and a willingness to share knowledge, they help move both people and the life sciences industry […]
VILDA launches Emerging Leaders to activate the next generation of women leaders in Life Science
VILDA is launching Emerging Leaders, a new network created for women in life science who are at an earlier stage of their leadership journey but already have the ambition to grow, […]
New Nordic white paper reveals systemic barriers preventing women from reaching leadership roles
Report outlines 17 targeted actions to address structural barriers hindering leadership progression Copenhagen / Oslo / Stockholm, April 17, 2026 — The Nordic life science sector is losing highly qualified […]
VILDA launches Ambassador network to strengthen inclusion in Life Science
Access to networks, visibility, and influence continues to shape who gets to lead in life science. And while Sweden is recognised as a global innovation hub, not everyone has equal […]
Few women reach the top in life science – VILDA launches a model for change
Women are well represented in education and in many roles within life science, but few reach the sector’s highest decision-making forums. Now the network VILDA is launching the Diversity Impact […]