Women in the Smart World Forum 2025 (Hybrid)
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
August 18 - 22, 2025
Important Dates
First Submission Cycle
Proposal Deadline
April 20, 2025
Proposal Notification
April 25, 2025
Second Submission Cycle
Proposal Deadline
May 20, 2025
Proposal Notification
May 25, 2025
Conference Dates
August 18 - 22, 2025
Please note that the reporter of the first cycle accepted proposals can apply for the IEEE WIE Travel Grant (https://wie.ieee.org/grants-scholarships/travel-grants/)
Organizing Committee
General Chairs
Ying Zhang, Northwestern Polytechnical University, China
Binbin Zhou, Hangzhou City University, China
Executive Chairs
Khawla Alhasan, Open Arab University, Kuwait
Ismini Psychoula, Ofcom, United Kingdom
Rosy Xi Luo, Beijing Raygen Innovation Technology Co., Ltd, China
Joanna Siebert, Harbin Institute of Technology, Shenzhen, China
Steering Committee
Runhe Huang (Chair), Hosei University, Japan
Zhi Jin, Peking University, China
Join us at the IEEE Women in the Smart World Forum 2025
Women in the Smart World Forum are dedicated to discussing the role of
women in shaping and thriving in the rapidly evolving landscape of
smart technology and innovation. From artificial intelligence to the
Internet of Things, from cybersecurity to renewable energy, women are
playing increasingly vital roles in driving progress and innovation in
smart technologies. By leveraging the artificial intelligence
technologies, many tasks could be more efficient, greener, and safer,
such as autonomous driving, smart agriculture management, and
healthcare monitoring.
Whether you're a seasoned professional, an aspiring student, an
entrepreneur, or simply interested in the technology and gender
equality, this forum is the place for you to learn, and share your
insights, challenges met, and experiences gained on smart world.
Moreover, this forum also promotes the building of meaningful
connections and new collaborations amongst participants.
Discussion Topics
Topics of discussion may include, but are not limited to:
- Women in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics)
- Gender diversity and inclusion in the tech industry
- Challenges faced by women in pursuing careers in smart technology
- Success stories and role models in the field
- Strategies for fostering a more inclusive and supportive environment
- Opportunities and trends in emerging intelligent technologies
- The impact of smart technology on women's lives and empowerment
- Education and mentorship initiatives for women in tech
- Ethical considerations and responsible innovation
- Breaking stereotypes and overcoming biases
Submission Guidelines
The participant must submit the following as a single pdf file:
- Title of the proposal
- Abstract (200 words)
- Description of the proposal (no more than 2,000 words)
- The participant's profile, including name, affiliation, email address, and a brief biography (200 words)
Submit the proposal to our email address: women.in.smart.world.forum@gmail.com
Please note that authors of accepted proposals must register and present in person or virtually at the conference.
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