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IEEE Women in Engineering (IEEE WIE)
IEEE Women in Engineering (IEEE WIE)
IEEE Women in Engineering is a global network of IEEE members and volunteers dedicated to promoting women engineers and scientists and sparking curiosity in girls worldwide to explore academic paths in engineering and science. The formation of this worldwide community took place on the 29th of June 1997, and since then WIE has proudly supported an ever-growing community of women in STEM and taken steps to promote change in the industry.
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IEEE WIE Student Branch Affinity Group of University of Jaffna (IEEE-WIE-SBAG-UoJ)
IEEE WIE Student Branch Affinity Group of University of Jaffna (IEEE-WIE-SBAG-UoJ)
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Introduced on 1st July, 2021
On the 9th of June 2021, the IEEE Student Branch at the University of Jaffna received approval from IEEE to establish the IEEE Women in Engineering Student Branch Affinity Group (IEEE-WIE-SBAG). With an initial membership of 120, the IEEE-WIE-SBAG at the University of Jaffna began its mission to advance gender diversity and inclusion in engineering fields.
IEEE-WIE-SBAG-UoJ Inaugural General Meeting 2021
IEEE-WIE-SBAG-UoJ Inaugural General Meeting 2021
The Inaugural General Meeting took place on the 29th of June 2021, signifying the commencement of our journey. Its purpose was to elect the office-bearers for the 2021/2022 term.
We were privileged to have Dr. (Ms.) Maheshi B. Dissanayake, Chairperson of the IEEE Sri Lanka Section for the year 2020, as the esteemed Guest of Honour at the meeting.
IEEE-WIE-SBAG-UoJ Annual General Meetings
IEEE-WIE-SBAG-UoJ Annual General Meetings
Annual General Meeting - 2022
- 6th of September 2022 -
The inaugural Annual General Meeting of IEEE WIE-SBAG-UoJ convened on the 6th of September 2022, with the purpose of appointing the new executive committee for 2022/2023 term. The esteemed Guest of Honour, Dr. (Ms.) Akila Wijethunge, Chair of the IEEE WIE Sri Lanka Section, delivered an address to the audience. Her speech encompassed an introduction to IEEE WIE, elucidated the advantages of WIE membership, and shared notable anecdotes from her personal journey within IEEE.
Annual General Meeting - 2023
- 16th of January 2024 -
The second Annual General Meeting of IEEE WIE-SBAG-UoJ convened on the 16th of January 2024, with the purpose of appointing the new executive committee for 2024/2025 term.
Membership Data
Membership Data
64 | Student member
2 | Graduate student member
Membership count by grade
61 | Faculty of Science
5 | Faculty of Engineering
Membership count by field of study
44 | Female
22 | Male
Membership count by gender
Through mentorship, networking, and community-building initiatives, WIE provides support and resources for women to excel in their chosen fields. By fostering diversity and inclusivity, WIE aims to create a future where women are fully represented and valued in engineering and science.
Embark on an exciting journey with us and discover a multitude of possibilities awaiting you:
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