The CIBSE Women in Building Services Engineering (WiBSE) mission is to inspire the next generation and create a support network that will enable more women to join, stay and progress within our industry and Institution.
About WiBSE
To inspire the next generation and create the support network that will enable more women to join, stay and progress within our industry and Institution.
- Increase and retain the number of women in the Building Services Industry
- Improve life for those women already working in the sector by providing advice, encouragement, support, mentoring and training
- Address the gender imbalance issues
- Provide networking events for members
To work to increase the number of women choosing a career in all sectors of the building services industry, to support those already in the industry to enable them to achieve their career goals and to encourage more women to join the Institution and contribute to its governance and activities.
Membership is free and you don't have to be a CIBSE member.
Men as well as women are welcome to join.
Join for free by creating or updating your CIBSE account and click "Women in Building Services Engineering" under Groups & Networks. Don't forget to update your communication preferences as well!
Join WiBSE
Membership is free, and you don't have to be a CIBSE member. Men as well as women are welcome to join.
Download this step-by-step guide to join the mailing list.
Join the LinkedIn Group
Join us to share your knowledge, experience and ideas through our WiBSE LinkedIn group.
WiBSE International Network
Join the Mailing List
Sign up via Groups & Networks to find out about WiBSE activities in your local area.
CIBSE Groups & Networks
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How CIBSE volunteering became my best professional development
When I first started attending CIBSE events as a graduate, I never imagined I’d one day be behind the scenes, helping to make them happen. Back then, I was just excited to find a space where people genuinely wanted to connect, not just about technical work, but about shared values, career journeys, and where the industry is heading.
Celebrating women in STEM on Ada Lovelace Day
CIBSE joins the global celebration of Ada Lovelace Day, honouring the achievements of women in STEM and highlighting the work of WIBSE in inspiring, supporting, and advancing women in building services engineering
Contact us
Send us an email with your questions and comments or to find out how to get more involved
