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From News Desk

AMPP celebrates International Women in Engineering Day 2026 by recognising women driving innovation, leadership and engineering excellence. On June 23rd, 2026, the Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP), the leading global authority in organisation dealing with materials protection and performance, will observe International Women in Engineering Day (INWED). This annual worldwide event highlights the achievements of women engineers and inspires future generations to pursue careers in the profession.

Initiated by the Women’s Engineering Society, INWED brings together organisations, educational institutions, industry leaders and communities worldwide to celebrate the accomplishments of women in engineering and advance innovation and inclusion across the profession.

This year’s INWED theme, “Engineering Intelligence,” highlights the expertise, creativity, leadership and problem-solving capabilities women bring to engineering disciplines every day.

“When diverse viewpoints and expertise are used to address difficult engineering problems, true innovation happens,” said Kimberly-Joy Harris, Chair of the AMPP Board of Directors. “INWED gives us an opportunity to recognize the remarkable contributions women are making across our profession while inspiring future engineers to see what is possible.”

AMPP Ambassador Paola Andrea Postigo Rojas notes that visibility, mentorship and strong community support are vital elements of attracting and retaining women in engineering careers.

“When women share their experiences, challenges and successes, they help others envision themselves in engineering and technical leadership roles,” Postigo Rojas said. “That is why stories of successful women in engineering matter. Every story has the potential to inspire someone else to pursue a path they may not have otherwise considered.”

According to the Society of Women Engineers, women remain underrepresented across various engineering disciplines. AMPP continues to support opportunities for professional and personal growth within the engineering profession through programs such as Women of AMPP.

On June 23, AMPP invites members, partners and industry stakeholders worldwide to celebrate women in engineering and join the conversation using the hashtags #INWED26 and #WomenOfAMPP.