Sustained innovation requires sustained talent.
That’s why WCEC is excited to launch the WCEC Retention Institute, a three-session learning series designed to provide organizations with resources to increase the recruitment, retention, and advancement of engineers.
Designed for impact-driven teams, this virtual experience blends cutting-edge research, data analytics, culture-building, and strategic career design.
📌 The priority deadline has passed but applications are still being accepted.
Learn more and download the Application Guide →
As a participating team, you'll:
- Map intentional career pathways to reduce attrition
- Learn to use workforce data for smarter retention decisions
- Explore professional development and capacity-building strategies
- Connect with peers committed to equity in engineering
Cost:
- Free for WCEC member organizations
- $1,000 per team for non-members
P.S. Not a member yet? Join now to access the Institute for free.
Disability Pride Month:
Centering Accessibility in Engineering
At WCEC, we believe that authentic inclusion means designing systems, spaces, and workplaces that work for everyone. As we recognize Disability Pride Month 2025, we celebrate the innovation, leadership, and resilience of engineers with disabilities—and we reaffirm our commitment to accessibility as a core pillar of equity in STEM.
Explore how accessibility can drive innovation in engineering—not just meet minimum standards. Watch our webinar, Designing Beyond Compliance: A Deep Dive into Critical Accessibility Theory.
Learn how engineers and organizations can move from checklists to culture shifts by rethinking accessibility through an intersectional, systems-driven lens.
👉 Watch the webinar now
Together, let’s challenge assumptions, dismantle barriers, and co-create engineering spaces where all bodies and experiences belong.
Participants Needed for a Study on the
Pathways and Experiences of Individuals in the Engineering Workforce
The Women of Color in Engineering Collaborative (WCEC) is looking for participants to take our survey on the experiences in the engineering workforce, with emphasis on women of color. Your responses will help support the creation of more supportive, encouraging, and inclusive environments for all who enter engineering.
You may qualify if you are at least 18 years of age, identify as an engineer, and are currently employed or have previously been employed in engineering roles.
The survey includes a combination of multiple choice and open-ended questions about your experiences and perspectives in a variety of areas related to your engineering career and workplaces. This survey will take approximately 15-25 minutes to complete. Your data will be kept entirely confidential and used solely for research purposes.
If you have any questions, please contact wcec@swe.org.
To learn more about the WCEC, please visit: womenofcolorengineers.org.
Explore 100+ New Tools in the WCEC Resource Center
We’ve just added over 100 new resources to the WCEC Resource Center—making it one of the most robust, action-oriented platforms supporting Women of Color in engineering.
Whether you're seeking guidance for your next career move or looking to foster a more inclusive culture on your team, this is your go-to hub for curated, high-impact tools.
📌 What’s New This Month:
✔ Leadership development guides and peer-reviewed frameworks
✔ Inclusive innovation strategies tailored for technical teams
✔ Community-driven insights on retention and representation
✔ On-demand webinars, mentorship materials, and industry reports
From personal development to organizational transformation, the Resource Center is built to grow with you.
Upcoming WCEC Member Events
The WCEC shares numerous professional activities offered by our member organizations. Member organizations are committed to creating a supportive, encouraging, and inclusive environment for WOC in engineering. Find out more about their events and register to attend!
ITE Orlando 25
Orlando, Florida | August 10-13, 2025
District Annual Meeting and Exhibition
NSBE Professional Development Conference 2025
New Orleans, Louisiana | August 27-31, 2025
This year’s theme, “The Power of Us: Building, Connecting, Elevating,” reflects the essence of what makes our community strong. We build the foundation for success, connect with intention, and elevate ourselves and each other to new heights. PDC is more than a conference—it’s a movement, a gathering of STEM professionals committed to growth, impact, and collective excellence.
AWWA Water Infrastructure Conference
Orlando, Florida | September 14-17, 2025
Discover the latest insights on how your water system can deploy artificial intelligence, improve asset management, compile a lead service line inventory, and so much more!
TMS Fall Meeting
Columbus, Ohio | September 28-October 1, 2025
TMS presents robust programming, networking and social activities, and professional development events tailored to its members' interests within the broader structure of the MS&T conference series, giving members an opportunity to experience both their TMS community and the resources of all the MS&T partnering societies.
AISES 2025 National Conference
Minneapolis, Minnesota | October 2-4, 2025
The Annual AISES National Conference is a unique, three-day event focusing on educational, professional, and workforce development for Indigenous peoples of North America and the Pacific Islands in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) studies and careers.
ACEC 2025 Fall Conference
San Diego, California | October 5-8, 2025
We’re headed to sunny San Diego this October 5–8 for the ACEC Fall Conference — where big ideas, bold leaders, and next-level networking collide. Be part of the conversations that matter, connect with the sharpest minds, and leave inspired to lead with confidence. It’s not just another conference — it’s your opportunity to be in the room where the big ideas happen.
ASCE 2025 Convention
Seattle, Washington | October 8-11, 2025
Join ASCE at the 2025 Convention in Seattle, WA, October 8 - 11 to connect with colleagues, join innovating and future forward sessions, and earn professional development hours (PDH) Inspiring Innovative Infrastructure.
TAPPI Women's Summit
Savannah Georgia | October 20, 2025
Get ready for a bold, empowering experience at the TAPPI Women’s Summit—a powerful, action-focused event designed to empower, educate, and accelerate women across the forest products industries. With this year’s theme, #AccelerateAction, the Summit brings together professionals at all career stages for a high-energy day of learning, leadership, and connection. From insightful discussions to interactive sessions, attendees will gain practical strategies they can immediately apply to their careers and personal growth.
ASM ICRS 2025
International Conference on Residual Stresses
Detroit, Michigan | October 20-23, 2025
Discover the forefront of residual stress research and its impact on material behavior at this enriching event. Engage with experts and practitioners across diverse fields through our symposium topics, networking opportunities, and technical programming.
ASM Heat Treat 2025
Detroit, Michigan | October 21-23, 2025
Join us in the vibrant city of Detroit, where cutting-edge research meets real-world applications, and innovation thrives. Immerse yourself in a dynamic environment, where you can network with global influencers, connect with decision makers, and exchange ideas with like-minded professionals from around the world.
2025 SFPE Annual Conference & Expo
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada | October 21-23, 2025
Participate in two days of live education spotlighting the latest trends, research, solutions for emerging challenges, and technologies transforming the fire protection engineering profession. Join industry experts and enjoy many networking opportunities to connect with your peers. Exhibitors will showcase the latest technologies, products and services currently offered within the industry.
SWE WE25
New Orleans, LA | October 22-25, 2025
Join us at WE25, the Annual Conference hosted by the Society of Women Engineers, where the brightest minds and trailblazers in engineering and technology of all genders representing 85 countries come together to connect, innovate, and inspire. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting your engineering journey, WE25 is your opportunity to learn, network, and grow in a community of innovators.
SHPE National Convention 2025
Philadelphia, PA | October 29-November 1, 2025
Join us for one of the largest annual gatherings of top STEM talent where professional development and unparalleled opportunities await. At this signature SHPE event, experience inspiring keynotes, engaging workshops, and dynamic networking with industry leaders and organizations. Get ready for exciting competitions and the ever-popular Career Fair featuring over 250 exhibitors!
SACNAS 2025 NDISTEM
Columbus, Ohio | October 31 - November 1, 2025
The NDiSTEM Conference is the largest multidisciplinary and multicultural STEM event in the country, a true celebration of science, culture, and community that serves, equips, and energizes participants for their academic and professional paths in STEM.
2025 AIChE Annual Meeting
Boston, Massachusetts | November 2-6, 2025
The 2025 AIChE® Annual Meeting unites academic and industry researchers at all career stages seeking innovation and professional development. Connect with a diverse audience to gain insights on the latest research, network with experts, and advance your career.
ASM ISTFA 2025
International Symposium for Testing and Failure Analysis (ISTFA)
Pasadena, California | November 16-20, 2025
As the premier event for the microelectronics failure analysis community, ISTFA brings together leading experts, industry professionals, and researchers to share insights, innovations, and methodologies in the field. This year’s theme, “Scaling Beyond Moore’s Law: Heterogeneous Computing and Advanced Packaging,” reflects the industry’s evolving landscape, where traditional scaling approaches are being challenged by the integration of diverse technologies and packaging strategies.
What is the WCEC?
The WCEC was created in 2021 as a partnership network of professional engineering societies and STEM-based companies. The WCEC is working to address systemic barriers that prohibit equitable work environments for women engineers of color.
Since its inception, the WCEC has grown to 29 organizations, created a shared vision and mission, and developed a strategic plan that will guide our efforts over the next few years. Thank you for your interest and support of our work. We hope that you will engage with the WCEC as we begin implementing the strategies aimed at tackling the major challenges facing women of color (WOC) in the engineering workplace.
Want to Get Involved?
Are you interested in having your organization become a member of the WCEC? Read our membership guidelines and fill out an application. Learn more.
While we don’t offer membership to individuals, we do want to grow the WCEC community! Soon we will begin collecting profiles of amazing WOC engineers for our Inspiring Leaders database. We are also collecting resources from our member organizations to place in our online Resource Center. We will be using this newsletter to get the word out as these activities get underway. Please share the WCEC with your network and invite others to sign up for our newsletter through the Contact Us form on the WCEC website.
