International Women in Engineering Day is an annual observance that is focused on celebrating the women in engineering who have made a mark in the industry. International Women in Engineering Day 2024 will be marked on June 23. This annual commemoration is focused on raising awareness of the challenges that women face when choosing to work or study engineering. As we prepare to celebrate International Women in Engineering Day 2024, here is everything you need to know about this observance, how to celebrate International Women in Engineering Day and its significance. International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2024 Date: Know History and Significance of the Day That Promotes Full and Equal Access and Participation of Women in STEM Fields.

When is International Women in Engineering Day 2024?

International Women in Engineering Day 2024 will be marked on June 23. The celebration was first designated by the United Kingdom in 2014, as a day to spearhead a nationwide campaign for women in the engineering field. Over the following two years, this observance obtained UNESCO patronage, expanding its awareness to a global level.

Significance of International Women in Engineering Day

International Women in Engineering Day is celebrated to raise awareness about the sheer number of struggles and challenges that women face while making a career in engineering. The observance is usually marked with various special events and conferences, where we celebrate the women who have made a mark for themselves in the industry.

It is interesting to note that while several women engineers have made a strong impact on the world, the struggles young women face while building a career in engineering or even entering the course are worth noting. One of the most notable contributors to the world of engineering is Edith Clarke—the very first female engineer who created the Clarke calculator for graphing electrical properties. The commemoration of International Women in Engineering Day helps us remember her and various others who have helped inspire thousands of women to pursue this career.

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