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Most people that know me know that I'm all about the numbers! So this article was a joy to write. And I'm excited to see growth in my own discipline within the broader field of "engineering" as a whole. We still have so much ground to cover, though. #WomeninEngineering #WomeninSTEM #YouCanDoIt

Happy International Women In Engineering Day! #INWED24 The day was launched for the first time only ten years ago by the Women's Engineering Society to celebrate its 95th Anniversary. Despite the progress being made, in 2022, only 16.5% of engineers in the UK were female. As Chair of Bath’s Women’s Engineering Society I would like to encourage you to follow @wesbath on Instagram to see our posts on influential and uncredited women in engineering, as well as our post from our committee members highlighting why we chose engineering (I have added mine to this post) 💜 #EnhancedByEngineering Facts from EngineeringUK’s “From A levels to engineering” report, published in February 2023: Only 18% of first year undergraduates in engineering and technology are women. When 57% of first year undergraduates in all subjects are women. Only 22% of all first year undergraduates studied A levels in Maths and Physics. I found this report very interesting and recommend you to give it a read by following this link: https://lnkd.in/eKQnq9tV

The ETH Student Project House House is looking for more women! They offer a pressure-free environment for all students and doctoral students to try things out. So far, however, more men than women have taken up these opportunities. D-MAVT supports the initiative of the SPH. The article and the videos are the result of our fruitful collaboration. Thanks to SPH for the cool video portraits. In the videos, Stefania Bottoni, Yifan Cui and Sophia Heinrich from D-MAVT explain how they are already using the SPH. Get inspired and read more about the initiative in our article! https://lnkd.in/efS-5_4J

#INWED2024: Celebrating the Remarkable Women Engineers Enhancing Our Future Beyond the better-known stories of pioneering women engineers like NASA’s Katherine Johnson, as portrayed in "Hidden Figures", countless others have, and continue to, break barriers with their brilliance. Their perseverance, dedication and technical talents drive advancements that shape our world today. This year’s theme for International Women in Engineering Day (June 23), "Enhanced by Engineering," perfectly captures their impact. At RME, we are incredibly grateful for the contributions of our women engineers. From crafting innovative mechanical solutions to ensuring the safe and reliable operation of electrical systems, their expertise is woven into the fabric of the RME Mill Relining System. But their impact goes beyond the making of the machines themselves. Our women Applications Engineers are also problem-solvers, uncovering ways to improve safety and production efficiency for Customers. Their work has a ripple effect, facilitating the production of essential metals like copper and gold that are crucial for enabling the transition to net zero. We like to tell this important story because the wider workforce statistics remain challenging. In Australia, for example, Engineers Australia (EA) states that only 13% of qualified engineers are female, with an even smaller portion actively working in the field. In their 2022 study, the main reason cited by women who did not pursue engineering was a lack of familiarity and awareness of what engineering involves. We know we have a responsibility to change this narrative. That's why, for #INWED24, in addition to paying tribute to RME’s women engineers, we're also grateful for the opportunity to support student associations like the UniSQ Toowoomba Engineering Club and their efforts to inspire the next generation of engineers. Thank you to you all for the important work you do! https://lnkd.in/eZ9yqDTC #INWED #WeAreRME #InternationalWomenInEngineeringDay #EnhancedbyEngineering #WomeninSTEM #WomenInMining

An excellent piece on the need, importance and value of humanizing engineering, but this could and should be extended to other disciplines and professions.

We must humanize engineering and create a more inclusive profession. Thirty-four years ago, 14 women were murdered at École Polytechnique de Montréal. Twelve of them were engineering students. Mary Wells, dean of University of Waterloo Faculty of Engineering and former dean of Engineering at the University of Saskatchewan Suzanne Kresta share their concerns for the future of their profession in the Toronto Star today. Together with their daughters, they reflect on the great need for more women in engineering, and the necessity for inclusion. It’s a topic with particular importance in academic institutions, which build foundational values among future talent. However, the effects are felt throughout our daily lives: in the technology we use, the safety of our infrastructure, the way we connect with each other, and so much more. https://lnkd.in/gsnKCm8b University of Waterloo Alumni University of Waterloo

Delving into the 'Design-The Future of Engineering' workshop at Sona College of Technology was an enlightening journey into the realm of innovation and creativity. Here's what I learned: 🔍Design Thinking: Uncovered the layers of design thinking, understanding its significance in problem-solving and innovation. 👩🏼🔬Role of Women: Discussed the influential role of women in engineering, bringing unique perspectives to the table. 💡Creative Solutions: Explored how creativity is not just an art but an integral part of engineering solutions. 🔮Future of Engineering:Envisioned the future of engineering as a blend of technology and human-centric design. Learning is the key for growth~ #DesignThinking #WomenInEngineering #Innovation #SonaCollege

On International Women in Engineering Day, let's spread the word about the various Engineering Disciplines! Some of our members have expressed their wish to explore other engineering areas. The article in the comments below, provides a good overview. Also, if you wish to encourage young girls into engineering, this article gives you a quick view of the alternative Disciplines so you can have a conversation with young students about alternatives for them.

"What's one thing you'd like to see change in #engineering for women in 2024?" 💡 Sheryl Miles from Electronic Specifier recently connected with women engineers to gather their thoughts on the future and to encourage them to express their desires for change in the engineering industry specifically for women. On page 8-9, you can find an enlightening article featuring Nada Lakhal, a colleague from #NXP. Don't miss out on this read. 👇

Happy International Women in Engineering Day to all the smart and hardworking women engineers out there! ThermOmegaTech's Project Engineer, Tania Bobby, has worked in the field for over four years. "It can feel intimidating for those interested in engineering to explore this amazing career because women may think it's not for them since they don’t see enough representation," she says. "Women in Engineering Day showcases and celebrates women in engineering and their contributions and highlights the importance of #diversity in a field that thrives on diverse ideas and creative solutions to today’s problems," she explains. "This event creates a space for conversation between those considering engineering and current engineers they can relate to on a more personal level. Having that kind of representation makes the idea of becoming an #engineer feel attainable. Creating that atmosphere and providing that encouragement is why I believe “Women in Engineering Day” is important," she states. #WomenInEngineering #WomenEngineers Read more about how our engineers help others in their projects: https://lnkd.in/eGhWQRRp