Kicking Off 2025: Celebrating Growth, Collaboration, and New Beginnings with IEEE ComSoc!

Hello 2025!

In the first month of this year, IEEE ComSoc successfully organized an onsite Member Gathering at Hotel Aryaduta Bandung. The event was attended by the 2024 IEEE ComSoc Indonesia Chapter officers, Dr. Kurnianingsih as the Chair of the IEEE Indonesia Section, members of the IEEE Advisory Board, and IEEE ComSoc Indonesia Chapter members. The gathering was filled with a warm and collaborative atmosphere, starting with a shared lunch and an open collaboration session for all participants.

The event was officially opened with enthusiasm by ComSoc’s MC, Miss Cutifa Safitri. This was followed by a welcome address and presentation by the Chair of the IEEE Indonesia Section. The event was then handed over to the Chair of IEEE ComSoc, Dr. Muhammad Ary Murti. The agenda included:

1. Introduction and Aspirations:

Each participant introduced themselves, shared their hopes, and explained their reasons for joining IEEE ComSoc Indonesia Chapter.

2. Report on 2024 Activities:

In 2024, five conferences were successfully organized in hybrid and onsite: ComNetsat, IAICT, APWiMob, IoTaIS, and APCC. Additionally, 19 technical activities were conducted at various universities across Indonesia, including Telkom University, Purwokerto, UNTAR, Politeknik Negeri Madura, UNSOED, UNESA, UII, UGM, and online events with participants from both domestic and international communities. The activity format in 2024 included 26.7% onsite events, 66.7% online events, and 6.7% hybrid events. Below is an overview of our 2024 Wrapped Activity! A big thanks to our officers!

3. Membership Growth:

The number of ComSoc members saw significant growth from 2024 to 2025. On February 24, 2024, there were 144 members, and by January 18, 2025, the number had increased to 214 members. The number of IEEE ComSoc Indonesia Chapter members increased by approximately 48.61% from 2024 to 2025. Gender distribution stood at 64.49% male, 30.84% female, and 4.67% undisclosed. With successful rebates and funding, all members have benefited from the IEEE ComSoc Indonesia Chapter programs.

4. Call for Speakers and Hosts:

The event transitioned into a lively discussion about the Lecture Series Program and collaboration opportunities for the upcoming annual programs. Participants showed great enthusiasm in sharing their ideas and suggesting interesting topics. Curious to see what’s in store? Stay tuned! 😀

5. Formation of 2024 Officers/Committees:

The event concluded with the appointment of new officers and committees. Welcome aboard to our 2025 officers and committees!

You can check the recorded activities on our YouTube channel. Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe! IEEE ComSoc Member Gathering 2025

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who attended the 2025 Member Gathering. May all the plans for this year run smoothly. Here’s to an exciting and productive 2025 with IEEE ComSoc Indonesia Chapter!