Formation of Bahrain ComSoc Chapter and Planning for 2017 Activities

Introduction:

In January 2017, the Bahrain ComSoc Chapter took its initial steps towards establishing a vibrant and impactful community of professionals in the field of Communications Society (ComSoc). The chapter’s founding members were called upon to volunteer, and the Chapter Executive Committee (Excom) was elected. This article provides an overview of the first meeting held on January 18, 2017, where the chapter’s activities for the year were planned.

Formation of the Bahrain ComSoc Chapter:

In October 2016, a dedicated group of ComSoc members in Bahrain came together with a vision to promote knowledge sharing, networking, and professional growth in the field of communications. The following table highlights the founders of Bahrain ComSoc Chapter:

Name IEEE Member Number
Mohab Mangoud 40315470
Wafeeq Ajoor 41256714
Fadiah Hijazie 00845891
Ahsanullah Bhutto 91239271
Ahmed J. Jameel 92928892
Gajendra Rao 91248470
Homam Khawajki 41439339
Hassan ALSAEED 93354259
Rafik Fahim 93040641
Fadhel Essa 92324245
Haya Aldoseri 94063888
Sana Almansoori 93244758
Sushad Shumsudin 94063901
Asim Mehmood 93501723
Nasir Mehmood Iqbal 94506745

First Meeting: Planning 2017 Activities

On January 18, 2017, the Bahrain ComSoc Chapter held its inaugural meeting, marking an important milestone in its journey.

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First meeting: From the left: Asim Mehmood (Chapter Secretary), Wafeeq Ajoor (Chapter Vice-Chair), Homam Khawajki (Chapter Treasurer), and Mohab Mangoud (Chapter Chair).

A call for volunteers was announced to the founding Members and Chapter Excom was elected in Jan 2017. The meeting was primarily focused on outlining the chapter’s activities for the year and setting the groundwork for their successful execution.

The Excom members brought diverse expertise and a shared passion for fostering professional development within the communications field, making them well-equipped to lead the chapter towards its goals.

With the Excom in place and a clear plan for 2017, the Bahrain ComSoc Chapter was poised to make a significant impact on the local communications community. The chapter aimed to organize engaging technical events, workshops, seminars, and networking sessions to facilitate knowledge exchange and professional growth.

Members of the Bahrain ComSoc Chapter eagerly anticipated the implementation of the planned activities, which would provide a platform for collaboration, learning, and innovation within the communications industry.

Looking Ahead:

With the Excom in place and a clear plan for 2017, the Bahrain ComSoc Chapter was poised to make a significant impact on the local communications community. The chapter aimed to organize engaging technical events, workshops, seminars, and networking sessions to facilitate knowledge exchange and professional growth.

Members of the Bahrain ComSoc Chapter eagerly anticipated the implementation of the planned activities, which would provide a platform for collaboration, learning, and innovation within the communications industry.