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DesignHer 1.0 DesignHer 1.0 is an empowering initiative by the Women in Engineering (WIE) Affinity Group of the IEEE Student Branch, University of Ruhuna, is designed to uplift aspiring female designers and developers by equipping them with practical knowledge in, UI/UX design Frontend development Backend development The event consisted of three structured workshops and a female-only competition, fostering creativity, skill development, and hands-on experience. 🏅 DesignHer 1.0 Award Ceremony The DesignHer Award Ceremony marked the grand finale of the competition, celebrating the talent, creativity, and dedication of female undergraduates from the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Ruhuna. Winners of the DesignHer Competition were officially announced , recognizing the top-performing frontend projects that addressed real-world challenges with innovation and impact. Top rankers of the DesignHer Quiz Series were also acknowledged for their consistent engagement and outstanding performance throughout the series. All winners and high achievers were presented with certificates and awards, appreciating their hard work and contribution to the event. Special Guests: Dr. Akila Wijethunga joined the ceremony as a distinguished guest, delivering an inspiring message that encouraged continued learning and innovation among female engineers. The event was further graced by the presence of sponsors, who supported the competition and joined in celebrating the success of the participants. Sponsorships: The ceremony was supported and joined by sponsors: ACCLAR Bank of Ceylon (BoC) Sunquick The award ceremony was a moment of pride, motivation, and recognition, honoring young women in tech and celebrating their journey through DesignHer . The event successfully celebrated female tech talent, promoted innovation with purpose, and fostered a strong sense of community and empowerment among future women engineers.