IEEE WIE International Leadership Summit (ILS)
IEEE Women in Engineering (WIE) is an international forum dedicated to empowering women in engineering, technology, and leadership.
The International Leadership Summit (ILS) is IEEE WIE’s global initiative, designed to build a stronger global community through focusing on Empowerment, Entrepreneurship, Leadership, and Emerging/Disruptive Technology.
The IEEE WIE ILS 2026 stands as a beacon of empowerment within the global Women in Engineering (WIE) movement.
Designed to nurture professional growth across all career stages, from emerging engineers to seasoned leaders, it fosters a collaborative environment where both women and men unite to champion inclusivity in engineering and technology.
By cultivating shared leadership and sustainable progress, this initiative inspires a future where diversity drives innovation and collective success.
Key Highlights
● Inspirational keynotes by global leaders and IEEE Fellows, focusing on leadership, innovation, and societal impact
● Empower Expo featuring entrepreneur meet-ups, innovation showcases, and solutions for smart cities, healthcare, agriculture, and sustainability
● Expert sessions on next-generation technologies, including Convergence of IoT and Agentic AI: Real-World Applications
● Leadership and career advancement programs covering digital marketing, financial strategies, and dynamic leadership skills
● Mindfulness and well-being experiences, including yoga and Restore & Refocus creative clay modeling
● Industry–academia interaction and entrepreneurship talk to bridge research, innovation, and real-world impact
● Interactive learning and innovation challenges, including the Build • Prove • Pitch mini competition
● Global networking opportunities with IEEE WIE members, professionals, students, and young leaders
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