WFEO FAQs
1. What is the World Federation of Engineering Organizations?
WFEO is the global voice of the engineering profession, representing national engineering institutions from around 100 countries and more than 23 million engineers worldwide.
2. When and why was WFEO established?
WFEO was founded in March 1968 under the auspices of UNESCO to unite engineering organizations globally and strengthen the profession’s contribution to society, peace, and development.
3. What makes WFEO unique among engineering organizations?
WFEO is the only international body that represents engineers of all disciplines worldwide, giving it a unique mandate to speak for the profession at the global level.
4. How does WFEO contribute to sustainable development?
WFEO promotes engineering solutions aligned with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
5. What role does WFEO play at the United Nations?
WFEO represents the engineering perspective in UN discussions, co-chairs the Scientific and Technological Major Group, and participates in key UN forums, meetings, reports, and policy dialogues.
6. What is World Engineering Day (WED)?
World Engineering Day for Sustainable Development is a UNESCO-proclaimed international day proposed and managed by WFEO to highlight the role of engineering in addressing global challenges.
7. How does WFEO engage with climate action?
WFEO participates in UNFCCC and COP climate meetings, organizes side events, and provides engineering expertise on climate mitigation, adaptation, and resilience.
8. What is the Engineering 2030 Plan?
The Engineering 2030 Plan is WFEO’s long-term framework for building national engineering capacity to support sustainable development and achievement of the SDGs.
9. How does WFEO support capacity building in developing regions?
WFEO works with governments, universities, and institutions to strengthen education systems, standards, and professional frameworks.
10. How does WFEO support countries vulnerable to climate change?
WFEO provides training, knowledge-sharing, and guidance on disaster-resistant infrastructure and sustainable development, especially for Small Island Developing States (SIDS).
11. What is the WFEO Academy?
Launched in 2022, the WFEO Academy is an online education platform offering free, high-quality courses for engineers and educators affiliated with WFEO members.
12. How does WFEO promote ethics in engineering?
WFEO has adopted global ethical frameworks, including the Codes on Environment and Climate Change, and the Model Code of Ethics, emphasizing responsibility to society and the environment.
13. What has WFEO done to promote inclusion and diversity?
WFEO actively supports women and young engineers through dedicated committees, leadership opportunities, recognition awards, and capacity-building initiatives.
14. Why is WFEO considered a trusted global advisor?
Governments, UN agencies, and international institutions recognize WFEO as a credible source of engineering insight on policy, technology, and sustainable development.
15. Why is WFEO important for the future?
As global challenges become more complex, WFEO provides an inclusive, collaborative platform ensuring engineering expertise informs decisions that shape a sustainable future for humanity.