After the cancelled leadership meeting in 2020, and in consideration of the unclear pandemic situation in spring 2021, the Action Committee decided to host the Leadership meeting 2021 as a virtual format. Taking place on May 7 the meeting brought together 55 section delegates, representing more than 30 sections and 21 countries from Europe and the Mediterranean. A particular highlight of the event was a panel discussion on career advice for young scientists, which featured 5 speakers from industry and academia that shared their insights and experiences with the Young Minds, as well as a scientific pub quiz that allowed the participants to refresh old and create new bonds in an informal atmosphere. Presentations of EPS YM programme manager Ophélia Fornari, EPS YM Chair Richard Zeltner and EPS President Luc Bergé briefed the delegates on the latest news and developments within EPS YM and EPS and were particular helpful for delegates of quite recent sections. In consideration of the large number of register delegates and the positive feedback the YM Action Committee received on both the programme and the implementation of the meeting it can be considered a large success.
