With over 700 members, SWE-CRS is one of the Society’s largest sections, covering the Chicagoland area, including Rockford, NW Indiana and as far south as Joliet.
Mission Statement
Empower women to achieve full potential in careers as engineers and leaders, expand the image of the engineering and technology professions as a positive force in improving the quality of life, and demonstrate the value of diversity and inclusion.
SWE Values
INTEGRITY: We aspire to the highest level of ethical behavior as evidenced by honesty and dignity in our personal and professional relationships and responsibilities.
INCLUSIVE ENVIRONMENT: We embrace diversity in its broadest interpretation and commit to creating an inclusive environment for all our members and stakeholders. We value the contributions of a diverse membership, which enables SWE to achieve its full potential.
MUTUAL SUPPORT: We provide an organization that fosters mentoring and the development of professional and personal networks.
PROFESSIONAL EXCELLENCE: We conduct our activities in a professional manner, demonstrating and demanding the highest standards of business practices.
TRUST: We share a common definition of success with open, transparent access to common information, building mutual respect and confidence in the competence of those with whom we lead, serve and partner.
