Women in Engineering (WIE)
IEEE Women in Engineering (WIE) is a global network that advances women in technology. The IEEE WIE has dedicated its effort to promoting women engineers and scientists and inspiring girls worldwide to follow their academic interests to a career in engineering. The mission of IEEE WIE is to facilitate the recruitment and retention of women in technical disciplines globally. IEEE WIE envisions a vibrant community of IEEE women and men collectively using their diverse talents to innovate for the benefit of humanity.
IEEE WIE Strives To:
- Provide assistance with the formation of new IEEE WIE Affinity Groups and support ongoing activities.
- Recognize the outstanding achievements of women in electrical and electronics engineering through IEEE Awards nominations.
- Organize workshops at major technical conferences to enhance networking and to promote membership in IEEE WIE.
- Advocate women in leadership roles in IEEE governance and career advancement for women in the profession.
- Promote member grade advancement for women to the IEEE 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 high and high schools.
To connect, support, and inspire women and girls worldwide, and facilitate their recruitment and retention in STEM fields, fostering technological innovation and excellence for the benefit of humanity.
Upcoming Events
Past Events
Women in EMC+SIPI during DesignCon 2025
WHEN: Thursday, January 30, 2025
WHERE: The Santa Clara Convention Center, Santa Clara, California
The IEEE EMC Society Women in Engineering Session and Networking Reception at DesignCon 2025 was well attended! More than 60 people enjoyed three great speakers from the Silicon Valley, including Praveena AnandKumar, Managing Director, CETECOM; Biyao Zhao, Senior SIPI Engineer, Nvidia; and Beth Kochuparambil, Principal Engineer, Cisco Common Hardware Group. The session concluded with an educational presentation “Does Good EMC Design Imply Good Signal/Power Integrity? Or is it Vice Versa?” by Jim Drewniak, Professor Emeritus, Missouri University of Science and Technology.
“Women in EMC” during the EMC Europe 2024 Conference
WHEN: Monday, September 2, 2024
WHERE: The Bruges Meeting & Convention Centre, Bruges, Belgium
The EMC Europe WIE event was an unforgettable evening that began with a certified guide showing attendees the historic and charming city of Bruges. The walking tour was followed by a delicious dinner in a picturesque setting. This inspiring social event attracted female participants of all professional backgrounds and experience.
Women in Engineering Event during 2024 EMC & SIPI Symposium in Phoenix, Arizona, USA
WHEN: Wednesday, August 7, 2024
DETAILS: See IEEE Electromagnetic Compatibility Magazine, Volume 13, Quarter 3
“Women in EMC” during the EMC Europe 2023 Conference.
WHEN: Wednesday, September 6, 2023
WHERE: Congress Centre of the Qubus Hotel in Kraków, Poland
The EMC Europe WIE event “Women in EMC” focused on the features of a woman’s career in science and engineering and their differences in various countries.
Women in Engineering Event during 2023 EMC & SIPI Symposium in Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA
WHEN: Wednesday, August 2nd, 2023
DETAILS: See IEEE Electromagnetic Compatibility Magazine, Volume 12, Quarter 3
Women in Engineering Event during 2022 EMC & SIPI Symposium in Spokane, Washington, USA
WHEN: Wednesday, August 3rd, 2022
DETAILS: See IEEE Electromagnetic Compatibility Magazine, Volume 11, Quarter 3