One of the six elected founding vice presidents of one of IEEE’s predecessor organization, AIEE.
The inventor of telephone was encouraged to become an engineer by his father.
Nicolas’ Tesla turning point in his life to become an engineer was one of his professors!
Which was your turning point to choose to be an engineer?
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Who are WIE? IEEE Women in Engineering (WIE) in Region 8
IEEE Women in Engineering (WIE) is one of the world’s largest international professional organizations dedicated to empowering women in engineering and science. Our mission is to inspire, support, and advocate for women in technical fields while encouraging the next generation of girls to pursue careers in STEM.
Our Mission & Vision
At IEEE WIE Region 8, which covers Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, we are committed to increasing the recruitment, retention, and advancement of women in engineering and technology across the globe. We envision a thriving, diverse community of IEEE members, both women and men, who bring their unique talents and perspectives to drive innovation for the benefit of humanity. As part of Region 8, we actively foster collaboration, mentorship, and leadership opportunities, ensuring that women engineers and scientists have the visibility, support, and resources they need to succeed. Together, we are shaping a more inclusive and forward-thinking future in STEM.
IEEE WIE strives to…
Recognize the outstanding achievements of women in electrical and electronics engineering through IEEE Awards nominations
Organize receptions at major technical conferences to enhance networking and to promote membership in WIE
Advocate women in leadership roles in IEEE governance, and career advancement for women in the profession
Provide assistance with the formation of new WIE Affinity Groups, and support ongoing activities
Promote IEEE member grade advancement for women to the membership grades of Senior member and Fellow
Facilitate the development of programs and activities that promote the entry into, and retention of, women in engineering programs
Administer the IEEE Student-Teacher and Research Engineer/Scientist (STAR) Program to mentor young women in junior and high schools
The menu on the left presents the activities of WIE Affinity Groups in R8, the programs supported by R8 WIE, Awards, FAQ, as well as current and previous committees. Enjoy! WIE lead!
Full list of IEEE Region 8 Section Chairs can be found here.
Below are the contact details for the chairs of the Region 8 Women In Engineering Affinity Groups (AG), to help you to get in contact with each other, exchange ideas and experiences on events and activities, and plan future collaborations.