CWEEL Tunisia is the Tunisian chapter of the Council on Women in Energy & Environmental Leadership, established under the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE). Since its creation in 2018, our community has brought together a growing network of women professionals and male allies committed to advancing female leadership in the energy and environmental sectors.

Our mission is to support and empower women working — or aspiring to work — in the fields of energy, environment, sustainability, and climate. While firmly rooted at the national level, we remain connected to the global CWEEL International network. Our work includes capacity building, professional development, knowledge sharing, and promoting gender balance in highly technical industries.

We collaborate closely with professionals from the public and private sectors, academic institutions, engineering associations, international organizations, and companies across the entire energy and environmental value chain. Our stakeholders also include young graduates and students seeking mentorship and career opportunities.
CWEEL Tunisia is open to women professionals, entrepreneurs, researchers, and students, as well as to anyone who supports gender diversity in the energy and environmental fields — regardless of academic background. Anyone in Tunisia who wishes to contribute to a more inclusive and sustainable energy future is welcome to join us.

CWEEL Tunisia develops activities that promote women’s leadership in the energy and environmental sectors through capacity building, visibility, and community engagement. Our approach focuses on practical skill development, professional networking, and creating bridges between students, young professionals, and senior leaders.

Current Working Groups & Initiatives

• Professional Development & Skill Building: Organizing technical workshops, webinars, and training sessions on energy efficiency, sustainability, project management, and climate-related topics. These events are open to all professionals and students interested in strengthening their expertise.
• Mentorship & Career Support: Launching a mentorship initiative connecting senior experts with young women entering the energy and environmental fields. Members can contribute as mentors, mentees, or programme coordinators.
• Awareness & Advocacy: Participating in national conferences, university events, and sectoral roundtables to promote gender diversity in technical industries. We actively collaborate with AEE Tunisia, academic partners, and public/private institutions.
• Community Building & Networking: Hosting regular gatherings (online and in person) to enable knowledge-sharing, showcase women-led success stories, and foster collaboration across disciplines.

CWEEL Tunisia is actively contributing to knowledge-sharing and increasing the visibility of women in the energy and environmental sectors. Our chapter regularly takes part in technical discussions, industry events, and awareness initiatives that highlight the essential role of women in the energy transition.

CWEEL Tunisia proudly received the Chapter Champion Award at the International AEE Awards in Atlanta, GA, in 2025.

• Reports, Articles & Publications: Contribution to national and regional reports addressing women’s leadership, skills gaps, and capacity needs in the energy sector.
• Webinars & Speaker Series: Organization of a series of online webinars in collaboration with AEE Tunisia, featuring experts in energy management, sustainability, and green skills development. Guest speaking engagements at academic institutions and professional events promoting women’s empowerment in technical fields.
• Events & Public Engagement: Participation in national conferences, university forums, and sectoral roundtables to advocate for greater female representation in energy and environmental careers. Visibility initiatives across social media and professional networks, showcasing success stories, career pathways, and examples of women’s leadership in the sector.
• Upcoming Resources: CWEEL Tunisia is developing new educational and awareness materials, including a repository of expert talks, member success profiles, and technical content designed to support young professionals entering the field.