The document discusses the underrepresentation of women in engineering in New Zealand and efforts by the Institution of Professional Engineers New Zealand (IPENZ) to increase retention and renewal of women in the field. Specifically, it notes that women make up only 13% of engineers and 16% of technicians. The IPENZ has created a Women in Engineering Task Force to develop a business plan with measurable targets to increase diversity, sustainability, and the contribution of engineering to New Zealand's economy. The plan's goals include providing leadership programs for women, encouraging culture change, and recognizing women's involvement to help engineering become a more diverse and sustainable profession.

1. The Retention and Renewal of Women in Engineering in New Zealand Tracey Ayre and Elena Trout ICWES15, Adelaide July 2011

3. Women in the IPENZ Membership – A Pipeline Problem

4. Engineering is missing out

8. Aspirational Targets