Global Professional Advancement & International Engagement Committee
Chair: Dr.-Ing. Marwan Alzaylaie
Background
The International Society for Soil Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering (ISSMGE) has established itself as the world's leading professional society in geotechnical engineering through its Member Societies, Technical Committees, Board-Level Committees, conferences, publications, and educational initiatives. The Committee complements existing Board-Level Committees by focusing on institutional development, professional advancement, and international engagement.
Vision
To position ISSMGE as the global leader in professional advancement, institutional development, lifelong learning, and international engagement by strengthening people, institutions, and partnerships across the worldwide geotechnical engineering community.
Mission
To provide strategic leadership that advances professional development, strengthens institutional capacity, expands global partnerships, and enhances ISSMGE's international presence through education, collaboration, and professional excellence.
Strategic Objectives
Strengthen ISSMGE's institutional capacity and global presence.
Promote lifelong professional development.
Foster strategic international partnerships.
Support Member Societies.
Advance global engagement.
Promote international standards and professional excellence.
Strategic Pillars
1. Global Institutional Development
2. Strategic Partnerships & International Relations
3. Professional Development & Recognition
4. Global Engagement
5. Professional Practice & Standards
Committee Structure
Chair: Prof. Dr.-Ing. Marwan Alzaylaie
Committee Members: To be appointed
Current Initiatives
Development of the ISSMGE Global CPD Framework; micro-credentials and digital badges; Centers of Excellence; Regional Knowledge Hubs; strategic partnerships; executive education; webinars; support for Member Societies and Young Professionals.
News & Activities
This section will provide regular updates on meetings, workshops, conferences, partnerships, publications, and announcements.
Resources
Strategic documents, reports, presentations, educational resources, guidance documents, and publications.
Expected Impact
Strengthen ISSMGE's global institutional presence, expand partnerships, enhance lifelong professional development, support Member Societies, increase global engagement, and reinforce ISSMGE's position as the world's leading professional society in geotechnical engineering.
