International Women's Day (IWD), celebrated on March 8th annually, marks a global observance to honor women's achievements and advocate for gender equality. The day traces its origins to the early 20th century, catalyzed by women's labor movements in North America and Europe. The first National Woman's Day was observed in the US on February 28, 1909, inspired by the Socialist Party of America. In 1910, Clara Zetkin, a German activist, proposed the idea of an international day at the International Socialist Women's Conference, leading to the first IWD in 1911, celebrated in Austria, Denmark, Germany, and Switzerland. A core motive for IWD's inception was advocating for women's suffrage rights. The IWD gained recognition from the United Nations in 1977, which officially invited member states to proclaim March 8 as the UN Day for women's rights and world peace to highlight issues such as gender inequality, violence against women, and the need for gender parity in various sectors. In some countries, IWD is an official holiday, and men honor the women in their lives with flowers and small gifts. While there have been advancements in women's participation in politics and the workforce, significant gaps remain. IWD has mobilized movements, influenced policies, and brought attention to women's rights, showing the power of collective action in driving social change. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/International_Women%27s_Day Art&Text🫶ChatGPT.

En estos días de celebración y reflexión, queremos expresar nuestro más sincero agradecimiento por su incansable dedicación, labor y valentía en el cuidado de la salud de la población. Deseamos que estas fiestas estén llenas de alegría, paz, amor y gratitud para cada uno de ustedes. Que encuentren momentos de descanso y renovación junto a sus seres queridos. Confiamos en que el 2024 nos volverá a encontrar unidos para continuar con nuestro propósito de darle una mejor calidad de vida a los pacientes. ¡Felices fiestas y un próspero año nuevo! Bayer Team Bayer POAPs terms and conditions: https://bayer.com/poap

In 1995, Austria made a historic leap forward by joining the European Union, a testament to its commitment to unity, peace, and shared prosperity. This pivotal moment, occurring on January 1st, marked a new chapter in Austria's journey, intertwining its rich cultural tapestry with the diverse fabric of Europe. Joining alongside Sweden and Finland, Austria brought its thriving economy to the EU. The country, known for its picturesque landscapes, vibrant culture, and innovative industries, saw immediate benefits. Trade increased, with exports to EU countries rising significantly, enhancing Austria's economic stature within the region. The accession also opened doors for Austrians to travel, study, and work across the EU, fostering a deeper understanding and connection with their European neighbors. It strengthened Austria's political voice, allowing it to contribute meaningfully to EU policies and decisions, particularly in areas like environmental protection and cultural preservation. This union has not only benefited Austria economically but also enriched its social and cultural landscape, proving that together, Europe is stronger, more resilient, and more vibrant. Austria's joining of the EU remains a shining example of the power of unity and the endless possibilities that arise when nations come together for a common purpose. More: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1995_enlargement_of_the_European_Union Text modified from ChatGPT, Art by Dall-E.

Cheers to our global gang! 🌍🌟 As the year draws to a close, we're giving a shoutout to the 13,000 amazing contributors on our platform. By leveraging Byron, the exchange within our company becomes more seamless, paving the way for new projects and strengthening our unity within Bayer. 🚀 Presenting this exclusive POAP as a massive thank you, because without you, this platform wouldn't be what it is. 🙌 Byron, an acronym for Bayer Open Network, is our Skills database for Bayer employees, including speed networking. We kicked off in 2018 as a True North grassroots side initiative, going live in 2020. Created by over 40 students and programming enthusiasts with the help of EY Croatia. Today, we have 13,000 registered users from 89 countries, in 293 cities. People have searched for something in Byron at least 25,000 times and engaged in 31,000 1:1 Speed network meetings. http://go/byron Looking ahead, we're thrilled about the future and the prospect of our community growing even larger. Can't wait for more collaborations and successes together in the coming year! 🎉✨ Art created by Lena Schermer

Dear colleagues, We would like to invite you to the first Q&A session for the participants of the MS Copilot evaluation. This session will provide an opportunity for you to ask any questions you may have and to share your experiences so far. If you didn’t have a chance to experiment with Copilot yet, please have a look at our Teams channel for suggestions and inspirations. This POAP is to colleagues participating at this session.

I have successfully completed the course "ChatGPT for Beginners" at global Bayer IT Academy One-Stop-Shop training platform.

Thank you for attending our EDM Heads Meeting EMEA, hosted virtual on Februar 15th 2023.

I was part of the Event to introduce the 5 Metaverse squads and to form the squads teams.

Thank you for attending our Meet IT Day, hosted in Vienna on January 25th, 2023, either remotely or on-site :)

Thanks for visiting the Gala Games booth at DYGYCON 12. This POAP is a momento of DYGYCON and all the community building that happened within its virtual walls.