We are delighted to announce that Susan Robson MBE has taken up the role of Interim CEO for WES. Having previously served as a WES Trustee and recently been awarded an MBE for services to gender equity, diversity and inclusion…
After a six-year tenure as the Chief Executive Officer of the Women’s Engineering Society, Elizabeth Donnelly is moving on to pursue new challenges. During her time in office, Elizabeth dedicated herself to the promotion and advocacy of women engineers and…
Tuesday, 12 November 2024, IET London: Savoy Place, WC2R 0BL Join us Electric Dreams – a celebration of womanpower at the IET for an electrifying day of celebration dedicated to women in energy – past, present and future – with…
Company partners and members of WES are invited to participate in the Royal Academy of Engineering’s Graduate Engineering Engagement Programme (GEEP). RAEng are looking for both company partners, as well as individual mentors to participate in the 2024-2025 cohort. Find…
Too often, parents feel they must choose between an ambitious career and enjoying their young children. Leaders Plus exists to change this. Leaders Plus is a social enterprise focused on supporting working parents with career development that doesn’t come at…
The closing date for applications is 12:00 on Monday 7th October. Council for Science and Technology is the government’s highest-level advisory body on science and technology providing independent advice directly to the Prime Minister and Cabinet. It is jointly chaired by…
Electric Dreams, a celebration of women in energy – past, present and future – reaches its climax in November, with unmissable events in London, Bristol, Wakefield, Newcastle and Glasgow. November 2024 marks the centenary of the founding of the Electrical…
With great sadness, the Women’s Engineering Society recently learned of the passing of our past president, Milada Williams, on 4 September 2024. Milada Williams was a dedicated Member of WES for many years up until her passing, and we are…
The WES Lottie Tour takes ‘Lottie’ to many different locations accompanying lots of different engineering friends who show Lottie the work they do in engineering and related careers. Its primary aim is for Lottie to inspire and encourage young girls…
Nominations are now open to join our Directors who serve on our Trustee Board. Joining the WES Board is a fantastic opportunity to have a say in the running of your membership organisation and is a great way to gain…