International Women in Engineering Day | | |
International Women in Engineering Day (INWED) is celebrated annually on June 23rd to honor the outstanding achievements of women engineers and to encourage more girls and women to pursue careers in engineering. The day highlights the contributions of women to the engineering field and promotes gender diversity in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). The theme this year is Together We Engineer.
How to Get Involved
There are several ways to participate in INWED:
- Host Events: Organize webinars, panel discussions, and workshops that showcase the contributions of women engineers and provide networking opportunities.
- Share Stories: Use social media to share stories and profiles of women engineers who have made significant contributions to the field.
- Mentorship Programs: Establish or participate in mentorship programs that support young women and girls interested in engineering careers.
- Educational Activities: Engage in activities that promote engineering to girls and young women, such as school visits, coding workshops, and STEM clubs.
- Advocate for Diversity: Promote policies and practices that encourage gender diversity and inclusion in engineering workplaces.
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Women and girls in science: exploring the challenges facing female scientists today.
“We are taught to think in a sort of a linear way, and then we discover that life is definitely not linear, we might get disappointed and even crushed. But if you keep your options open, you truly see your strengths and learn how you can use them.”
Four female scientists from South-East Europe share their inspiring journeys, using their voices to foster a more inclusive and equitable future.
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Women and Girls in STEM Forum 2025
As part of this year’s Forum, students across Europe are invited to team up and tackle real-world cybersecurity challenges. The most creative and impactful ideas will earn a spot on stage at the Women & Girls in STEM Forum 2025 – live in Brussels. Learn more.
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STEM Women
STEM Women hosts regular careers events for STEM students and recent graduates who identify as women or non-binary and are looking to start their careers in a STEM industry. During these events, attendees have the opportunity to network with top employers, apply to job opportunities, listen to inspirational presentations, and ask questions during insightful panel sessions. View upcoming events.
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European Women in Technology
This tech event on June 25-26, 2025, in Amsterdam will unite 4,000+ women in tech, diversity advocates, allies, and change makers. The 2025 theme is "Leading the Digital Revolution." Participants will learn how to survive the AI-driven Industrial Revolution armed with a strategic awareness of disruptive technology and a plan to build and retain talent and skills to develop it. Learn more.
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Global Conference on Women's Studies
This women’s studies conference will zoom in on pressing challenges in the field and the barriers that communities face on a global, regional, and local levels in their fight for gender equality. WOMENSCONF 2025 will take place in the lively city of Copenhagen, Denmark, on July 25– 27, 2025. Register as a virtual participant.
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Women in STEM Awards 2025
The 2025 Women in STEM Awards will celebrate women who have achieved success in the fields of science, engineering, mathematics, and technology in Dublin, Ireland, on October 23, 2025. The event will honor organizations that foster inclusive workplaces, empowering women to thrive. The awards ceremony is organized to motivate the next generation of women who aspire to succeed in the STEM fields. Nominations close on August 14, 2025. Learn more.
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10th International STEM Education Conference 2025
Pattaya, Thailand, July 30 - August 1, 2025
The International STEM Education Conference (iSTEM-Ed) provides an opportunity for educators, academicians, researchers, scientists, engineers, technologists, and practitioners to share their experiences, knowledge, and techniques in learning and teaching STEM education. Register.
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Indigenous Girls' STEM Academy
The Indigenous Girls’ STEM Academy (the Academy) is a $25 million, ten-year national investment in high-achieving Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and girls who aspire to pursue education and careers in STEM professions. The Academy is fostering a generation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander female leaders in STEM.
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Become the next Girls Go Circular Ambassador
Girls Go Circular empowers the next generation by providing free digital education, fostering sustainability awareness, and promoting equal opportunities. Through the Circular Learning Space, young women are equipped with essential digital and entrepreneurial skills, preparing them to thrive in the careers of the future and drive positive change in society. Learn more.
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IGNITE Worldwide
IGNITE Worldwide works directly with teachers during the school day to provide programming that promotes STEM education and career advancement for girls and nonbinary youth from historically marginalized communities. Through hands-on events that connect students with role models who live and work in their communities, students recognize new possibilities for their futures. Learn more.
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Exploring the Gender Gap: Women in STEM Today
In this blog post, Zara Qadir, Founding Editor of the Global Souths Hub and science communicator, delves into the underlying causes of gender disparities in STEM that hinder women from rising to leadership roles in science and technology. Learn more.
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SWE Global
The Society of Women Engineers (SWE) is dedicated to supporting engineers and technologists no matter where they are in the world. Learn more about the many different opportunities for individuals and organizations to get involved and connect with the global SWE network.
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