International WIE Day 2024
International WIE Day 2024
This year International Women in Engineering Day 2024 will be celebrated for the fantastic work that women engineers around the world are doing to support lives and livelihoods every day. IEEE WIE Sri Lanka will host the celebration of WIE Day by bringing together female undergraduates and women engineers in one place. The event aims,
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To raise awareness and promote the value of WIE.
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To promote the importance of diversity in the STEM field
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To highlight the benefits of volunteering with WIE.
This one-day session serves as a platform to celebrate and honor the remarkable achievements and contributions of women in the field of engineering, highlighting their accomplishments, leadership roles, and impactful projects. The International WIE Day Celebration aims to inspire and empower future generations of female engineers through keynote speeches and interactive activities.
Overall, the International WIE Day Celebration is a transformative experience that looks forward to a future where women continue to excel, lead, and drive positive change in the engineering landscape.
Date and Time
Location
Hosts
Registration
- Date: 29 Jun 2024
- Time: 09:00 AM to 04:00 PM
- All times are (UTC+05:30) Sri Jayawardenepura
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Project Chair - Abarnah Kirupananda
AG Chair - Gresha Samarakkody
- Starts 05 June 2024 12:00 AM
- Ends 24 June 2024 12:00 AM
- All times are (UTC+05:30) Sri Jayawardenepura
- No Admission Charge
Speakers
Ms Shinalee
Breaking Barriers in STEM: Stories of Success and Lessons Learned
Biography:
Ms. Shinalee, with over a decade's worth of experience in the IT field, has been a driving force in technological innovation and leadership. Starting her career at Unilever, she has held key roles at Brandix and Accenture, showcasing her tech and HR expertise. At E-consulate, she expanded the team to 140 staff members, demonstrating her leadership skills. She also actively engages in industry forums and mentors startups, advocating for technology as a force for positive change.
Ms Sachini of Dialog Axiata PLC
Hands-on Workshop - GenAI Tools for Education / Use of GenAI for Education
Biography:
Head of AI Solutions at Dialog Axiata PLC, a visionary in the field of Artificial Intelligence and education.
Ms. Sachini is at the forefront of utilizing AI to enhance educational practices. Her workshop titled "GenAI Tools for Education" will delve into the innovative applications and transformative potential of AI in learning environments.
Ms Kanchana
Panel Discussion - Mentorship and Sponsorship: Building Networks that Empower
Biography:
Eng Priya
Panel Discussion - Mentorship and Sponsorship: Building Networks that Empower
Biography:
Eng Priyalukshmy is a Cyber Security Operations Engineer and Information Security Specialist with extensive experience in safeguarding digital environments. Proficient in deploying and optimizing SIEM systems like QRadar, including log integration, configuration, and use case development. Expertise in implementing security frameworks, conducting vulnerability assessments, and developing incident response strategies. Adept at enhancing organizational security posture through proactive threat management and strategic policy development.
Ms Gresha
Panel Discussion - Mentorship and Sponsorship: Building Networks that Empower
Biography:
Ms. Gresha Samarakkody earrned her Bachelor of Science joint major Degree in Applied Sciences from Wayamba University in 2016. After completing her M.Phil at the University of Moratuwa in 2021, her academic journey led her from a demonstrator's role at Wayamba University to becoming an instructor at the University of Moratuwa, followed by a lecturer and senior lecturer position at CINEC. Progressing through the ranks, Ms.Gresha served as the Head of the Department of Electrical & Electronics Engineering at CINEC.
