Each year, International Women in Engineering Day is more than a moment of recognition—it’s a celebration of innovation, precision, and resilience. From the earliest days of computing to the cutting-edge frontiers of AI, aerospace, and sustainable infrastructure, women have consistently brought brilliance to the technical fabric of engineering.
They’ve revolutionised how we approach design challenges, brought new efficiencies to complex systems, and championed inclusive engineering solutions that serve broader communities. Whether through the work of pioneers like Ada Lovelace and Hertha Ayrton or through today’s leaders advancing quantum computing and clean energy tech, women continue to shape the technical frontier.
Engineering thrives on problem-solving, and women have injected diverse perspectives into how we define—and overcome—those problems. Their contributions aren’t footnotes in history; they’re the equations, blueprints, and code that power the present and pave the future.
So today, we don’t just say thank you—we dig deeper, support wider, and build fairer. Because an engineering world shaped by many minds is a stronger one for all.
For more information: https://www.inwed.org.uk/