DEDICATED TO SUPPORT THOSE
WHO STRIVE FOR A CAREER IN AVIATION
Women in Aviation International (WAI), Australian Chapter is a national volunteer run not-for-profit organisation established to providing networking, education, mentoring and scholarship opportunities for young girls and women who are striving for challenging and fulfilling careers in the aviation and aerospace industries.
WAI is dedicated to the encouragement and advancement of women in all aviation and aerospace career fields and interests. Our 16,000+ diverse global membership includes aerospace engineers, astronauts, fixed and rotary pilots, maintenance technicians, air traffic controllers, business owners, educators, journalists, flight attendants, high school and university students, air show performers, airport and airline managers and policy-makers.
Emerging Leaders Forum/ Scholarship Gala Dinner 8th August 2019
Our chapter hosted our first Emerging Leaders Forum in Canberra on Friday 8th August, with over 150 attendees joining us to be inspired by the incredible group of panelists who so generously gave their time to share their insight and experiences with those in attendance. Attendees were given the opportunity to engage and connect with…
Scholarships Change Lives!
Scholarships Change Lives! WAI Australia offers a number of scholarships to Australian members. The scholarship program is in its second year with last years recipients receiving over $10,000 dollars worth of education and support through the program This year WAI Australia has added additional scholarships to its program including the PanAir Flight Training scholarships, R&D Aeromedical…
International Women’s Day #BalanceforBetter #IamWAI
Across the globe women of all ages have pressed for change in their own lives and their wider communities. Over and over they have shown a fearless commitment to make life better for all women. International Women’s Day (March 8) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The day…