IEEE Smart Village’s (ISV) is an Institute-wide humanitarian initiative of the IEEE, dedicated to uplifting impoverished communities around the globe. Its primary mission is to foster the growth of local enterprises, to enhance livelihoods through education, entrepreneurship, electrification and the productive use of IEEE technology within community-based self-sustaining and scalable business models.
ISV works with communities to build and sustain solar-powered electricity systems. Through a global network of local entrepreneurs, expert engineers, and passionate volunteers, we work together in partnership to empower local economies, create job opportunities, and foster education programs that help communities around the world take the reins and continually improve their quality of life. Read More >>
The ISV Program
The ISV program at PAC 2024 will be distributed across sessions scheduled from October 7 to 12, 2024. Several sessions will be open to the general body of PAC registrants while others will be limited to ISV participants. This year’s ISV program kicks off with a two-hour tutorial, in combination with other tutorial topics across many subjects of interest to PAC and ISV delegates Read More>>.
When & Where?
IEEE Smart Village (ISV) at PowerAfrica 2024 will take place from the 6th to 12th October, 2024 at the Birchwood Hotel & OR Tambo Conference Centre, Johannesburg, South Africa. Read More>>
Who Can Apply?
ISV supports participation by our Old Friends, New Talents, established Developers and Passionate Volunteers. Read More>>
Why Apply?
By application, ISV provides partial travel support to engage with and participate in the Smart Village community. Read More>>
How to Apply
You just “Make the Case” for travel support by completing an on-line application. Due by July 31, 2024. Read More>>
MTE Competition
The “Meet the Entrepreneur” competition is an opportunity to pitch your ideas to the IEEE Smart Village community. Delegates are encouraged to make short video presentations of their ideas. Read More>>
IEEE Entrepreneurship
Do you have high motivation for becoming a technopreneur & an interest in the foundation of entrepreneurship, from ideation to start-up? Join the IEEE Smart Village Workshop on Entrepreneurship >>>
Student Paper Awards
ISV is organizing a competition for high school, undergraduate and postgraduates. Students are required to write articles on the topic: Towards Ensuring Energy Security for Africa. Read More>>
Disclaimer
IEEE Smart Village, all of its programs, projects, events, and volunteer support, is totally funded by generous donations from both within and outside of the IEEE. By submitting your application, you understand and agree that your information may be shared by IEEE, IEEE Smart Village, the IEEE Foundation, and others in an effort to solicit support for your travel and conference-related expenses.
