About us
WISE celebrates more than a 40-year history, dating back to 1984 when the Engineering Council collaborated with the Equal Opportunities Commission to launch Women into Science and Engineering (WISE).
WISE has evolved to support the wider STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths) sector in its mission to enable and promote the participation, contribution and success of women.
Utilising EDI (equity, diversity and inclusion) expertise to provide guidance, resources and training to create better productivity, innovation and business performance, championing diversity of thought, background and life experience, ensuring STEM is inclusive to everyone.
In 2025, WISE became fully integrated into the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) and the campaign is now managed as part of the IET Charity. The WISE mission and vision remains the same – to deliver programmes, products and services that support women in STEM.
Our purpose is to enable the STEM sector to create workplaces where women are fully represented, supported and empowered to thrive.
Our mission is to ensure that women in STEM experience inclusive, equitable workplaces where they can contribute, develop and sustain fulfilling careers. We equip organisations with the tools needed to dismantle systemic barriers and unlock the full potential of women in STEM.
We believe when diversity of thought is embraced, innovation thrives, and we can bridge the skills gap to drive progress across the sector.
What does WISE offer?
WISE membership
WISE currently offers two types of membership – online and active. These memberships provide the tools and support needed to start and grow your EDI journey, ensuring it is tailored to your organisation’s unique requirements.
You can find out more about WISE membership by emailing WISE@theiet.org.
EDI expertise and support
WISE is here to support you in building truly inclusive STEM workplaces where women can thrive.
We offer tailored consultancy, practical tools, and an online library of resources designed to help you embed equity, diversity, and inclusion into every level of your organisation.
From inclusive recruitment and leadership development to culture change and data-driven diagnostics, we provide the insight and support you need to create lasting, measurable change.
Training workshops
Our training workshops cover key topics such as inclusive recruitment, mitigating bias and allyship to equip you with the knowledge and tools to make real change within your organisation.
Each course is tailored to meet the specific needs of your organisation, ensuring relevance and maximum impact. Whether delivered online or in person, our training is interactive, evidence-based, and led by experienced facilitators who understand the unique challenges facing women in STEM.
WISE calendar
An important part of the work we do is providing opportunities for the sector to come together.
to share learnings. Our events offer the chance to hear from experts and discuss pressing topics to overcome challenges and make a lasting impact.
Whilst most of our events are exclusive to our Members, we offer taster sessions and host an annual conference open to all.
To find out more, visit our calendar.
Get involved
If you’d like to know more about how WISE can support you, we’d love to talk! Please get in touch with wise@theiet.org.