STAR Project Competition - Empowering Girls Through Innovation for a Sustainable Future
"InnovateHer-2025" is a STEM innovation competition organized under the IEEE Student-Teacher and Research Engineer/Scientist (STAR) Program, aligned with the IEEE UP Section WiE Affinity Group's mission to inspire the next generation of girls in STEM.
This unique initiative provides a platform for schoolgirls from Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand to showcase their creativity and problem-solving abilities through STEM-based projects focused on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs).
Engage girls in real-world problem-solving activities through STEM education and practical applications.
Encourage development of STEM-based projects that address key UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Projects promoting health tech, hygiene, mental health, or well-being.
Ideas to improve learning accessibility, inclusive education, or e-learning tools.
Innovations for water purification, waste reduction, and hygiene solutions.
Projects focused on renewable energy, energy-saving, or clean tech.
Ideas related to smart cities, mobility, safety, or green infrastructure.
Projects encouraging recycling, upcycling, or sustainable practices.
Technologies or campaigns addressing climate change and environmental issues.
Girls from Classes 8–12 (Government and Private Schools in UP & Uttarakhand)
Jaypee Residency Manor
Mussoorie, Uttarakhand
Official announcement and call for participation
Active outreach to schools and registration period begins
Final deadline for Stage 1 submissions
Expert panel evaluates and selects finalists
Selected teams are notified and announced
Final presentations and winner selection
IEEE TryEngineering STEM Grant Reviewers & IEEE UP Section Members to assist in outreach, evaluation, and mentorship.
Join as EvaluatorEncourage participation and mentor nominations from your institution.
Support travel, prizes, and logistics for finalists to make this event successful.
For registration details and queries, reach out to:
Join InnovateHer-2025 and be part of the change towards a sustainable future!
Email: ieeeconference@nielit.ac.in
Phone: (+91) 9650339961 / 9910719256
1st February 2025
28th February 2025
31st March 2025
31st May 2025
31st July 2025
30th August 2025
1st August 2025
1st October 2025
Note: Papers accepted in Round 1, 2 and 3 of Rolling Acceptance will be asked to pay registration fee early