Held annually on 23rd June, INWED raises awareness of women's achievements in engineering and tackles the gender gap in the field. Attendees enjoyed a range of inspiring talks by academics, students, and industry leaders, covering current research, faculty initiatives, and diverse career paths in engineering.
The event began with a powerful lineup of female engineers. From academia to industry and student life, they shared insights on cutting-edge research, faculty experiences, and their own career journeys. They didn't shy away from personal challenges, making the event both down-to-earth and incredibly inspiring.
Caron Fraser Wood, from Educating Experts, facilitated the second day's programme, leading the group on an insightful exploration of time management strategies and offering a fresh perspective on impostor syndrome, transforming it from a source of self-doubt into a catalyst for growth.
Dr Elena Marensi, Faculty of Engineering Director for Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Wellbeing, said: "We were thrilled to mark International Women in Engineering Day by celebrating the incredible activities and achievements of our female staff and students! Through this event, our goal was to recognize the essential contributions these women bring to our faculty and beyond, provide a platform for sharing experiences and challenges, and foster a profound sense of belonging and allyship within our inclusive community."
Speaker Helen Cumming, Senior Engineer in Naval Ships, said: “Role models need to be visible to help others see themselves in those roles.”
Congratulations to the team who organised the event: Dr Paloma Dos Santos, Lecturer in Semiconductor Materials and Devices for Electronic & Electrical Engineering and Laura Wilson, Administration Officer for the Faculty of Engineering.
