Every year, International Women in Engineering Day (INWED) is celebrated on June 23 across the world. The special day honours and acknowledges the women for their outstanding work in the field of engineering. The day celebrates the exemplary work that women engineers worldwide are doing to support lives and livelihoods every day. UNESCO has recognized International Women in Engineering Day. It is a day that is a tribute to the anniversary of the Women’s Engineering Society (WES), which was established on June 23, 1919. As we International Women in Engineering Day 2023, here’s all you need to know about the history and significance of the day. Oppression Against Women, and Children Surged to Highest Under PML-N Government: Imran Khan.

International Women in Engineering Day 2023 Date

International Women in Engineering Day 2023 will be celebrated on Friday, June 23.

International Women in Engineering Day 2023 Theme

The theme of International Women in Engineering Day 2023 is ‘Make Safety Seen’. Saree-Clad Women Perform in Rock Band From Lucknow, These Homemakers In Traditional Attires Perform Songs With a Social Message.

International Women in Engineering Day History

International Women in Engineering Day (INWED) was born to enable the celebration of women in engineering to become global. The origin of International Women in Engineering Day lies in the United Kingdom. The day was first marked in the UK in 2014 as a national campaign by the Women’s Engineering Society. Since then, INWED has grown and received UNESCO's patronage in 2016. In the UK, National Women in Engineering Day was launched for the first time on June 23, 2014, by the Women’s Engineering Society (WES) to celebrate its 95th anniversary. In 2017, National Women in Engineering Day became international for the first time due to the interest and enthusiasm internationally.

International Women in Engineering Day Significance

International Women in Engineering Day celebrates the best, brightest and bravest women in engineering. International Women in Engineering Day is vital in encouraging more young women and girls to pursue engineering careers. As per historical records, Elizabeth Bragg was the first woman to receive a degree in civil engineering from the University of Berkeley in 1876. The day focuses on raising the profile of women who are changing the field of engineering and shaping the future of the industry.

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