Dr. Albena Mihovska, CTO of SmartAvatar and Chair of WG3 at the one6G Association, discussed how technical excellence and diversity are complementary forces driving 6G innovation during the WiTaR Lunch Salon #3. She highlighted her extensive contributions to ITU-R, ITU-T, and ETSI standardization, as well as her leadership in IEEE SA P1955 for 6G robotics, to illustrate how diverse perspectives improve technical solutions like robust security and sustainable designs. The talk emphasized that inclusive participation in technical forums and research projects is essential for building a 6G ecosystem that serves broader populations. Mihovska also addressed the specific challenges women face in establishing credibility within highly technical spaces and offered strategies for leveraging expertise to open doors for others.
Keywords: inclusion, gender equality, technical leadership, standardization, diversity