Women in 3D Printing Joins American Society of Mechanical Engineers
As a program of the ASME, Women in 3D Printing aims to expand events and reach to promote diversity and inclusion within the manufacturing industry.
Women in 3D Printing, a global organization dedicated to promoting, supporting, and inspiring women working in the additive manufacturing and 3D printing industries, today became a subgroup of the larger American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME).
“We’re thrilled to officially announce that Women in 3D Printing (Wi3DP) has joined forces with the ASME … to accelerate our shared mission: advancing innovation, equity, and workforce development in additive manufacturing,” Wi3DP announced online.
With ASME’s resources and global reach, Wi3DP hopes to expand programming, amplify the voices of women in AM, and continue shaping a more inclusive future for the industry. This mean more events and a stronger platform to drive representation in 3D printing.
Wi3DP will operate under ASME’s Programs & Philanthropy department, led by Pooja Singh, ASME’s program manager.
Wi3DP founder Nora Toure said local Wi3DP chapters will be aligned with ASME’s global network of professional sections.
“Looking ahead, I am committed to making this new chapter for Wi3DP successful,” says Toure, who will serve as an advisor during the transition. “I’m confident that together we can continue building a more inclusive, innovative future for additive manufacturing – and I look forward to what the next ten years will bring.”
While ASME operates as a non-profit funded by membership dues, it’s not yet known if individual memberships in Wi3DP, which had been free, will move to a paid model.
The American Society of Mechanical Engineers is one of the most influential and respected professional organizations in the field of engineering. Established in 1880 in New York City, ASME was formed in response to the growing need for standardized engineering practices.
Over the past century, ASME has grown into a global organization, now serving more than 100,000 members across more than 140 countries. Its membership encompasses a wide range of individuals, from students and early-career engineers to seasoned professionals and honorary fellows. Members benefit from a wealth of resources, including technical content, career development tools, networking opportunities, and discounts on events and certification programs.
ASME is particularly renowned for its publishing arm, which produces an extensive collection of scholarly content. The organization publishes over 30 peer-reviewed journals, such as the Journal of Heat Transfer and the Journal of Fluids Engineering, along with numerous conference proceedings, handbooks, textbooks, and technical guides.
The organization also plays a leading role in organizing technical events and conferences that bring together engineers, researchers, and industry leaders from across the globe. Its flagship event, the International Mechanical Engineering Congress & Exposition (IMECE), offers a multidisciplinary forum for presenting cutting-edge research and technological innovations. Other notable events include the Turbo Expo, focused on turbomachinery, and specialized conferences on additive manufacturing, nuclear engineering, and sustainable energy. These events feature technical paper presentations, panel discussions, hands-on workshops, and professional networking.
ASME operates as a non-profit organization. Its funding comes from a mix of membership dues, publication sales, training programs, certification services, events, and donations. Revenue is reinvested into furthering the organization’s mission: promoting engineering education, supporting innovation, and advancing the public good through engineering expertise.
Wi3PD, through conferences, webinars, workshops, and online forums, Women in 3D Printing offers resources and knowledge-sharing opportunities designed to empower women to grow professionally and contribute to the evolution of 3D printing technologies. It also works with companies and educational institutions to promote diversity and inclusion within the industry.
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