Six Decades Connecting Minds and Transforming the Future

Welcome to the digital home of IEEE Region 9’s history. As we celebrate our 60th Anniversary (1966–2026), we honor the legacy of the pioneers who built the engineering foundation of Latin America.

Here, you can explore the milestones, articles, events and personal stories that define our region. From the historic merger of the AIEE and IRE to reaching our record-breaking 25,000+ members (by december 25th 2025), every document in this repository is a leaf on our vast institutional tree.

Be Part of the 60th Anniversary

History is not just about the past; it’s about the people making it today. We invite you to contribute to our History repository:

  • Share your legacy: Send articles, historical photos, or videos to [email protected].
  • Celebrate with us: Participate in our regional and local 60th-anniversary activities.
  • Get Recognized: The R9 History Award is granted annually to the most outstanding contribution to the history of our Region and its entities. Learn more about the award here.

Together, let’s preserve the memory of the “catalyst” of technological evolution in Latin America.