Recognise your Impact with IEEE SIGHT Awards


Organized on 11 December 2024 through SIGHT Groups Coordination Workshops

Description

This workshop is designed to empower SIGHT groups and IEEE members to ignite transformative community initiatives. By learning from the successes of the Outstanding SIGHT Groups in Region 8, attendees will uncover invaluable strategies for executing impactful projects that drive local change and achieve excellence. Additionally, the session will offer an in-depth overview of the IEEE SIGHT Awards, inspiring participants to aspire toward recognition by creating initiatives that make a difference.

Speaker

Omar Salameh has been an IEEE Member since 2016, held several leading positions in his student branch, and was the professional activities officer in the IEEE Jordan Section. Professionally, he is an Electrical Engineer with 4 years’ experience in the power generation sector. Currently, he is doing my master’s degree in Electrical Engineering and Renewable Energy Systems at the University of Leeds, United Kingdom, and he is a member of the IEEE Region 8 Humanitarian Technology Activities Committee.

Ahmed Aouididi has a strong background in computer engineering and a passion for continuous learning and innovation. A graduate of the Faculty of Science of Tunis (FST), Ahmed currently works as a C/C++ Software Developer where he leverages his expertise to deliver high-performance solutions. Ahmed is an active member of the IEEE community, holding key positions such as the IEEE Tunisia SIGHT Group Chair (2023–2024). In his free time, he stays abreast of the latest advancements in technology, including Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, and Computer Vision.