Testimonials
“Great forum. Seriously, I don't know that anyone else is doing something quite like this.”
— Webinar participant
“This workshop provided a powerful and supportive space to connect, share experiences, and reflect on the challenges and possibilities beyond the engineering profession. It offered valuable insights, a sense of community, and a reminder that our voices and stories matter. I left feeling seen, heard, and inspired to navigate my path with greater confidence and clarity.”
— Anne Ndegwa, former engineer, Ontario
“This group was real, brought real issues to surface that are often pushed down and women are made to believe we are the problem. This is such a raw, authentic group that so many women can benefit from (if they actually believe there is a problem).”
— Senior engineer of 16 years, Calgary oil and gas industry
“As I read your thesis, it felt like lightning was going through my body. Equal parts nausea at having such a visceral sensation reopened, and euphoria; someone has nailed it exactly. It means a lot that you are talking about this experience and capturing it so masterfully.”
— Erica Lee Garcia, P. Eng., Ontario
“I joined the Women in Engineering: Connect, Share and Reframe series hosted by Ann-Louise Howard because her PhD research presentation made me feel seen. This series transcended that experience. Suddenly, I had a community of women uniting to understand and improve our work experience. From day one, Ann-Louise had beautiful slides, compelling concepts and themes, and provided space for open discussions. I cannot thank Ann-Louise enough for her thought-provoking leadership in this space and for including me in this pilot series. I look forward to seeing what she does next.”
— Mechanical engineer of 10+ years, United States
“Being a woman in engineering can feel isolating, but this series created a space where I felt truly heard and validated. It helped me recognize the unfair dynamics at play and gave me the confidence to challenge the status quo. Before, I felt pressure to ignore microaggressions and suppress my emotions. Now, I see that my feelings are not a weakness but a strength. This experience was incredibly empowering and deeply impactful.”
— P. Eng. of 5 years, Alberta
“After 20 years in the workplace, I had begun to "accept" my experiences as the price I had to pay for choosing a male dominated career. The sessions brought to the surface feelings I had swallowed and again made me question many of my daily interactions”
— P. Eng. of 20+ years, Calgary