KUCHING: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, IEEE is the world’s largest technical professional organisation dedicated to advancing technology for the benefit of humanity. ‘Advancing Technology for Humanity’ reminds the technology community and the world that IEEE stands at the forefront of technological change for the betterment of humanity. It is a reflection of the IEEE mission and vision, positioning statement, and brand promise.
It is the hope that all individuals who see this tagline will better understand and appreciate the role that technology and IEEE play in creating a better tomorrow. IEEE accomplishes this overarching goal through its publications, conferences, educational programmes, standards development, and IEEE members’ everyday research and professional activities. Our IEEE Sarawak Subsection was founded in February 2016 to extend the mission of ‘Advancing Technology for Humanity’ in Sarawak.
Currently, we have more than 200 professional and student members coming from various institutions in Sarawak. Our dedicated team of committees and members have organised more than 15 events and activities since our establishment in Sarawak.
IEEE Sarawak Subsection promotes volunteerism, especially among university students and industry professionals to promote and advance the use of technology to benefit local communities and promoting interest in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) in schools in Sarawak. IEEE Sarawak Subsect ion received the contribution from the prestigious Sarawak Energy Berhad (SEB), as the Corporate Social Responsibility partner to support our community and school programmes in Sarawak.
Sarawak Energy generously donated fifty thousand ringgit Malaysia (RM50,000) for supporting 2018’s activities in Sarawak. This truly demonstrated Sarawak Energy’s Corporate Social Responsibility mission to maximise the positive impact of what they do for our community.
Some of our 2018 programmes include Robotics Boot Camp and Competition, Orientation and Mobility Workshop for the Visually Impaired, STEM Technology Training for Primary and Secondary schools and Community-University Students Programme serving and helping the rural people.
