Who We Are

Empowering & Guiding young females in their Engineering journey

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Who We Are

Empowering Young Females in their Engineering Careers

YCEM, established in 2021, is dedicated to empowering young females into their engineering careers. Our mission is to bridge the gender gap in Engineering by providing opportunities, guidance, and hands-on experiences. We achieve this through a combination of events, mentorship, and hubs, fostering a supportive ecosystem for the future of young females in technology.

At YCEM, we recognize that diversity in engineering, spanning a wide array of domains including software, AI/ML, food engineering, materials, cloud engineering, and research, leads to innovation. We are proud of our diverse team, representing various engineering domains, and we're here to make diversity in engineering a reality. Join us on this empowering journey, and together, we'll shape the future of engineering careers for young females.

Our Story & Mission

Empowering Her Future In Engineering

At YCEM, we are on a mission to empower the future of engineering by providing unwavering support and guidance to young women as they embark on their journey in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Our journey began in 2021 with a simple yet powerful vision: to bridge the gender gap in engineering and ensure that every young woman has the opportunity to excel in these fields.

From our very first steps, we have been organizing events, offering mentorship, and establishing tech hubs to create hands-on experiences. Each initiative is designed to ignite the passion and potential of young women in the field of engineering. Our story stands as a testament to the transformative impact of a shared purpose, unwavering dedication, and the belief that every young woman can make meaningful contributions to the innovation and progress of the digital world.

Today, we stand as a driving force in the empowerment of young women in engineering, combining extensive experience, dedicated mentorship, and a steadfast commitment to excellence. We are thrilled to continue this journey of empowerment and technological advancement, leading the way to a brighter future in the realm of science and technology.

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