Developing practical support for Women in Crop Science - report from CIMMYT Women in Crop Science meeting, May 2022

The role and contribution of women in crop science is significant. Recent events and engagements have aimed to highlight and build greater support within the community. This includes the recently developed Women in Crop Science Directory which will provide meeting organizers and other stakeholders with contact information of women working across the broad spectrum of crop sciences globally. This report documents discussions at a recent CIMMYT Women in Crop Science meeting aiming to better understand what practical support can be provided to females working in crop science, covering mentoring and career development opportunities.