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Knowledge of SWE: A Guide for Members
Leadership Coaching Committee (LCC)Christine Stahlecker5/10/2019
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Poll• How familiar are you with SWE?
1. New member, Proposed Southern NJ is my first experience2. Attended events in the past/in college3. I’m a current paid member 4. I have held a leadership position in SWE
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Learning Outcomes
• Answer the question: What is the value of my SWE Membership?
• Identify:– The Mission and Goals of the Society– SWE Organization at the Society and Section levels
• Recognize member benefits and opportunities
At the conclusion of this training, you will be able to:
About SWEPast, Present, Future
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Timeline
1950 1954
1973
1976
1961
1998
SWE was born
Student sections were chartered
SWE endorsed ERA
Men admitted as full members
First corporate members
SWE visited space
1953
SWE went national
2008
SWE went international
1981
Membership surpasses
10,000
SWE’s Strategic Foundation
Mission
Empower women to achieve full potential in careers as engineers and leaders, expand the image of the engineering and technology professions as a positive force in improving the quality of life, and demonstrate the value of diversity and inclusion.
Vision A world with gender parity and equality in engineering and technology.
SWE Strategic Goals
SWE will be the premier resource for females in engineering and technology seeking growth and advancement at all stages of their careers.
Professional Excellence
SWE will be recognized as a global, inclusive organization, empowering females in engineering and technology regardless of geography or career stage.
Globalization
SWE will be the preeminent advocate for females throughout the engineering and technology pipeline.
Advocacy
SWE will champion diversity in the engineering and technology professions and will promote an inclusive environment.
Diversity & Inclusion
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SWE Core Values
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SWE Core Values
Integrity• We aspire to the highest level of ethical behavior as
evidenced by honesty and dignity in our personal and professional relationships and responsibilities.
Inclusive Environment
• We embrace diversity in its broadest interpretation and commit to creating an inclusive environment for all our members and stakeholders. We value the contributions of a diverse membership, which enables SWE to achieve its full potential.
Mutual Support • We provide an organization that fosters mentoring, and the development of professional and personal networks.
Professional Excellence
• We conduct our activities in a professional manner, demonstrating and demanding the highest standards of business practices.
Trust • We share a common definition of success with open,
transparent access to common information, building mutual respect and confidence in the competence of those with whom we lead, serve and partner with.
Structure of SWE:Organizational Elements
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40,000+ total members (Women & Men, International, 50% Collegiate)
100 professional sections
300+ collegiate sections
SWE Structure
30+ international affiliates
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Society
MAL
US Membership
CollegiateSections & Affiliates
ProfessionalSections
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International Membership
International Affiliates
Cover 15 Countries
Sister OrganizationsJWIN (Japan)
WiTeck (Korea)APWEN (Nigeria)
International Ambassador
Program
WE Local International Conferences
International Membership
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International Member Coordinator reports to BOD.Sections, MALs, and International Members are represented on the Senate.
Board of DirectorsEx-Officio Member:Executive Director
Society Committees & Task Forces Headquarters
SpecialDirector(s)
4Directors
Officers:President
President ElectSecretaryTreasurer
SenateSpeaker
Collegiate Director
International Members
Senate
Members at LargeCollegiate Sections & Affiliates
ProfessionalSections
Society Reporting Structure
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Professional Section Structure
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Additional officers might be added in the section bylaws.
Vice –President(s)
President
Secretary Treasurer
Membership
SWE Programs and Services
Why SWE? Benefits and Opportunities
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Professional Development
• Local seminars and workshops • WE Local Conferences (U.S. and international)• Annual Conference• Webinars (live and pre-recorded)• eLearning modules• Publish articles in the SWE Magazine and All Together
blog• Present technical papers at conferences• Lead seminars and workshops at conferences • Transferable skills of volunteer leadership
SWE Advance
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Leadership Opportunities• Serve as a section officer or committee chair• Join Society Committees and Task Forces• Nominate yourself for society leadership roles,
such as Senator• Present a lightning talk, breakout session, or
technical poster at a WE Local or Annual Conference
• Publish articles in SWE Magazine and All Together blog
• As you volunteer, gain transferable skills
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Committees & Task Forces
Committee applications are always open! All
members are welcome.
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Career Center
The SWE Career Center is the premier electronic recruitment resource for leading companies in engineering and technology fields.
• SWE members can access the career center for free.
• Employers that join the Corporate Partnership Council receive unlimited free job postings and access to the resume database.
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Scholarships
The Scholarship Program provides financial assistance to women admitted to accredited baccalaureate or graduate programs in engineering, engineering technology, and computer science.
Refer to the Scholarship tab on
swe.org.
• In 2016, SWE disbursed over 230 scholarships valued at over $750,000.
• Scholarships are typically awarded in May (sophomore, junior, senior, and graduate students) and July (freshmen and re-entry students) for use during the following academic year. Recipients are announced in September.
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• All Together is SWE’s blog• Shares current and relevant
information, including national and international news stories regarding women in STEM
• You can be a contributor - write an article for All Together!
All Together
Alltogether.swe.org
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AwardsSWE awards celebrate the lifelong contributions women engineers and technologists make to our society and our world. • No cost to nominate• Awards for all career stages
– early, mid and advanced • Award nominations due on
March 31st of each year
• Achievement Award (highest SWE honor)
• Upward Mobility Award• Resnik Challenger Medal• Rodney D. Chipp Memorial
Award• Distinguished Engineering
Educator• Distinguished New Engineer• Distinguished Service Award• Fellow Grade• Entrepreneur Award• Work Life Integration Award • Emerging Leader Awards• Collegiate Member• Faculty Advisor• Collegiate Counselor
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Others Benefits of SWE• K-12 outreach resources
– SWE has alliances with Girls Inc., Girl Scouts, and US FIRST
• Program Development Grants for professional development & outreach events
• Networking opportunities• Mentorship• Discounts of products and
services
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Join SWE, and Bring a Friend!
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Every membership matters!
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Partnerships and Affiliations
• National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE)• Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers
(SHPE)• American Indian Society of Engineering and
Science (AISES)
Joint Membership Opportunities
• The International Conference of Women Engineers and Scientists (ICWES)
• Women in Engineering Programs & Advocates Network (WEPAN)
SWE Partnerships
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Stay Connected with SWE
Alltogether.swe.org
Social Media
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SWE LCC is Here to Support Section Vitality!Consulting Sessions and Presentations
Available to Empower Your Section
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