Women who serve as hearing officers and administrative judges often face unique challenges. Even in 2025, they still deal with sexual stereotypes and gender discrimination in the hearing room and in their offices. For example, they may face the challenge of gaining and maintaining respect as a female hearing official, they may be accused of being “too emotional” on certain issues, and they may face consequences for having to meet the responsibilities of motherhood or being a caretaker. This interactive session, led by two female hearing officials with just such experience, will help participants recognize and develop strategies for dealing with these and other dilemmas facing women who are hearing officials.