Read the Riko-Chan Manga Story, VTS Edition
Call for Submissions
Have you ever imagined how vehicular and mobility technologies can be brought to life through the eyes of a young innovator? Now’s your chance to tell that story.
We are excited to invite you to contribute a short story idea to the next chapter of Riko-chan, the beloved girl who solves everyday challenges using STEM – this time, through Vehicular Technology Society (VTS)-related innovations!
This initiative is inspired by the ongoing IEEE Women-in-Engineering (WIE) Manga Stories series.
Theme:
How can VTS technologies—connected vehicles, autonomous systems, drones, EVs, satellite comms, or smart infrastructure—help Riko-chan make the world a better place?
Think local or global. It could be helping a friend get to school safely, optimizing emergency response, or connecting rural communities. The key: make it engaging, realistic, and inspiring for younger audiences.
What to Submit:
- Title
- Author contact information: Name and Email
- A short story outline (<500 words) featuring Riko-chan using VTS-relevant tech to solve a relatable problem
- Optional: concept sketches or notes (no technical details required).
Deadline: 15 August 2025
Selected stories will be illustrated by professional manga artists and shared globally via IEEE WIE and VTS platforms. Authors will be acknowledged in the published work.
Send any questions to: (Click to show email).
Let’s inspire the next generation of engineers—through storytelling.
IEEE VTS & IEEE WIE
Empowering innovation through imagination.