International Women In Engineering Day 2024
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The International Women in Engineering Day event, held on July 11th, 2024, was a resounding success. Organized by the IEEE Women In Engineering Student Branch Affinity Group at ITU in collaboration with the Punjab Information Technology Board, the event focused on breaking barriers and building bridges for women in engineering, AI, and 4IR technologies.
Event Highlights:
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Panel Discussion:
- Topic: "Breaking Barriers and Building Bridges: Cultivating Supportive Environments for Women Leaders in this era of AI and 4IR"
- Moderator: Engr. Hadia Sajjad
- Speakers: Nadia Riaz (Chief Finance Officer, PITB), Engr. Nausheen Fayyaz (Director IT Operations, PITB), Khadija Zahoor (Joint Director HR Operations), Engr. Asiya Zahoor (Sr. Project Manager QA, Automation Engineer), Dr. Abiha Zahra (Chairperson, Department of Governance and Global Studies, ITU)
- The discussion highlighted the importance of creating supportive environments for women leaders in technology fields, followed by an engaging Q&A session.
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Tea Break:
- Participants enjoyed refreshments and a cake-cutting ceremony, providing a great opportunity for networking and informal discussions.
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Workshop:
- Topic: Confidence Building and Stress Management
- Conductor: Ms. Maria Zubair, GIS Expert and Spatial Data Scientist
- The workshop provided valuable insights and practical strategies for managing stress and building confidence, crucial skills for professional and personal growth.
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Group Photo and Goodie Bags:
- The event concluded with a group photo session, during which goodie bags were presented to the speakers and moderator as tokens of appreciation.
Overall, the event was an enriching experience, offering valuable insights, practical advice, and opportunities for networking. It successfully empowered and celebrated women in engineering, reinforcing the commitment to support and promote diversity in technology fields.
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- 346-B, Ferozepur Road
- Lahore, Punjab
- Pakistan
- Building: ASTP
- Room Number: 3rd Floor, Auditorium
- Starts 09 July 2024 07:00 PM UTC
- Ends 10 July 2024 07:00 PM UTC
- No Admission Charge
Agenda
Date: Thursday, July 11th, 2024
Time: 11:30 am to 2:00 pm
Venue: 3rd Floor Auditorium, ASTP
11:30 am - 12:30 pm: Panel Discussion
- Topic: "Breaking Barriers and Building Bridges: Cultivating Supportive Environments for Women Leaders in this era of AI and 4IR"
- Moderator: Engr. Hadia Sajjad
- Speakers:
- Nadia Riaz, Chief Finance Officer, PITB
- Engr. Nausheen Fayyaz, Director IT Operations, PITB
- Khadija Zahoor, Joint Director HR Operations
- Engr. Asiya Zahoor, Sr. Project Manager QA, Automation Engineer
- Dr. Abiha Zahra, Chairperson, Department of Governance and Global Studies, ITU
- 12:15 pm - 12:30 pm: Q&A Session
12:30 pm - 1:00 pm: Tea Break
- Refreshments and Cake Cutting
1:00 pm - 1:30 pm: Workshop
- Topic: Confidence Building and Stress Management
- Conductor: Ms. Maria Zubair, GIS Expert and Spatial Data Scientist
1:30 pm - 2:00 pm: Group Photo and Goodie Bags Presentation
- Group photo session
- Presentation of goodie bags to speakers and moderator
2:00 pm: Event Conclusion
Media
| Panel Discussion | The panel discussion on "Breaking Barriers and Building Bridges" was a highlight of the event. Moderated by Engr. Hadia Sajjad, it featured speakers including Nadia Riaz (CFO, PITB), Engr. Nausheen Fayyaz (Director IT Operations, PITB), Khadija Zahoor (Joint Director HR Operations), Engr. Asiya Zahoor (Sr. Project Manager QA), and Dr. Abiha Zahra (Chairperson, ITU). The discussion emphasized creating supportive environments for women in tech, followed by a lively Q&A session. | 1.97 MiB |
| Cake Cutting Ceremony with Refreshments | The image shows the happy moment of the cake-cutting ceremony during the event. Participants gathered to celebrate with a beautifully decorated cake, representing unity and success. Everyone enjoyed delicious refreshments, creating a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. This break allowed attendees to network and chat informally, making it a special and enjoyable part of the event. | 1.89 MiB |
| Confidence Building and Stress Management Workshop | The image captures the workshop on "Confidence Building and Stress Management" conducted from 1:00 pm to 1:30 pm by Ms. Maria Zubair, a GIS Expert and Spatial Data Scientist. Attendees are seen actively engaging with the session, absorbing valuable insights and practical techniques shared by Ms. Zubair. The workshop provided a focused and interactive environment, helping participants enhance their confidence and learn effective stress management strategies. | 1.77 MiB |
| Group Photo and Goodie Bags Presentation | The image shows the group photo session and the presentation of goodie bags from 1:30 pm to 2:00 pm. Participants are gathered together, smiling for a memorable group photo. Event organizers are presenting goodie bags to the speakers and the moderator as a token of appreciation. This moment reflects the friendly and grateful atmosphere, marking a successful and rewarding end to the event. | 1.59 MiB |