We would like to remind you that our call for 2013 award nominees is still open, so please send you nominations and applications to info@wia-europe.org. The deadlines for awards are 31st October and for grants 2014 31st December.

Student & Young Professional Award

Guidelines:

The WIA-Europe Student & Young Professional Award is €1,000 and is open to individuals aged 21 to 35 who are registered as a full time student at a European university or as a young professional in the aerospace sector in Europe. Candidates may have a non-European nationality.

Outstanding Achievement Award

Guidelines:

The WIA-Europe Outstanding Achievement Award is an engraved statuette and an Honorary Membership, presented at an award ceremony in November. It is presented to a person who has:

Shown noteworthy achievements in or contributions to an aerospace related project or programme that represents a breakthrough or milestone in the aerospace field in Europe.
Shown noteworthy achievements in or contributions to an academic/educational project or programme that represents a breakthrough or milestone in the aerospace field in Europe.
Shown exemplary leadership abilities in the aerospace field.
Served/serves as a role model or mentor who demonstrates dedication to the advancement of women in aerospace.
Contributed positively to raise awareness and recognition of women in aerospace.
An active commitment to the professional growth of women in aerospace.
There are no constraints on age, gender or nationality for the WIA Europe Outstanding Achievement Award. WIA Europe promotes diversity and as such accepts candidates from all nations, and encourages the nomination of men focusing on points 4, 5 and 6 of the above criteria.

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