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MISSION OF IEEE WOMEN IN ENGINEERING

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The mission of IEEE Women in Engineering (WIE) is to facilitate the
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VISION OF IEEE WIE
IEEE WIE envisions a vibrant community of IEEE women and men innovating the world of tomorrow. IEEE WIE strives to:
* recognize women's outstanding achievements in electrical and
electronics engineering through IEEE awards nominations
* organize receptions at major technical conferences to enhance
networking and to promote membership in WIE
* advocate women in leadership roles in IEEE governance and
career advancement for women in the profession
* provide assistance with the formation of new WIE Affinity
Groups and support ongoing activities
* promote IEEE member grade advancement for women to the
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
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administer the IEEE Student-Teacher and Research Engineer/
Scientist (STAR) Program to mentor young women in junior
and high schools.

THANK YOU!
We would like to acknowledge and thank the following IEEE societies
that have provided support for WIE and WIE programs.

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