Geographic Unit Operations 

IEEE Member and Geographic Activities provide unique opportunities to attend technical presentations, create strong peer-to-peer connections, and participate in leadership opportunities that can make a positive distinction in IEEE members' jobs and careers.

Activities take place on a local level through the development and maintenance of Geographical Organizational Units: Regions, Sections, Technical Chapters, Affinity Groups, and Student Branches.

Member and Geographic Activities are volunteer-driven by members and the IEEE Member and Geographic Activities Board (MGA Board).

When fully operational, the IEEE Center for Leadership Excellence (CLE) will serve as the repository for all leadership training material within IEEE to ensure IEEE keeps pace with its evolving organization.  Additionally, it will meet the needs of IEEE volunteer leadership by providing materials that will enable volunteers to accomplish their jobs efficiently and effectively; thus allowing them to spend more time ensuring that members are engaged in IEEE activities so that IEEE member satisfaction and relevance continue to grow.

The IEEE CLE acknowledges our Section leaders' highest priorities as voted on at Sections Congress 2008 in Quebec City.  Please refer to Sections Congress Recommendation #3.

Members of IEEE automatically become members of their local IEEE Section, allowing them to share technical, professional, and personal interests with others in the worldwide member community of IEEE.  For tools and resources to assist with your Section, visit Geographic Unit Operations Support.

A Chapter is the technical subunit of one or more IEEE Sections.  Society Chapters are your local link to the valuable resources available from IEEE and its 39 technical Societies.  Chapter activities may include guest speakers, workshops, and seminars, as well as social functions.  Chapters provide society members with valuable opportunities to network at a local level - enabling both personal and professional growth.

Share technical, professional, and personal interests with others in the IEEE worldwide member community.  Wherever you live, there's a good chance there is an IEEE meeting near you.  Select your geographic region from the list below and learn about IEEE section and chapter activities in your region.

Find out more about world-wide student activities highlights or locate a specific Student Branch by Region.