From a single tweet in April/May 2022 that sparked the collaboration between Leibniz Universität Hannover and the Munich Postdoc Network, to the first PAW organised in just four months—with over 60 events, widespread resonance, and 30+ organisations joining—this journey has been nothing short of inspiring.
As we look back, the images tell our story:
📜 The message that started it all—a testament to the power of connection.
📅 The timeline and future wishes—charting our growth and the path ahead.
👥 The coordinators through the years—the dedicated faces behind the scenes.
🚀 Kick-off events—highlighting topics that matter to the postdoc community.
📢 Social media campaigns (only a few examples…)—amplifying the voice and goals of PAW and postdocs everywhere.
🙌 The PAW supporters—without whom this journey would not have been possible.
🎂 The cake and save the date for 2027—a sweet reminder of the milestones we’ve celebrated together.
From lessons learned in 2023 to using event management tools in 2024, and highlighting the profile of PAW supporters (postdocs, coordinators, and networks) in 2025, we’ve continuously evolved. Now, in 2026, we reflect on five incredible years. Our wishes for the future? To maintain this support, spread the word, increase engagement from group leaders and professors and welcome even more countries into this growing community.
🙏 A heartfelt thank you to all postdocs for their invaluable contributions to research and beyond, and to our supporters for promoting the visibility of postdocs’ hard work and facilitating meaningful discussions.
