Women in Aviation International launches its Girls in Aviation Day app, with the virtual celebration for kids ages 8-17 that kicks off on September 26. The mobile app contains a host of free content, including aviation career videos, hands-on activities, virtual tours of aviation museums, and a copy of Aviation for Girls magazine. Young people can also apply for WAI scholarships through the app, and meet career role models and others who provide inspiration in the aerospace community. Since the first GIAD event in 2015, thousands have participated, from 3,200 in the first year, to more than 20,000 in 2019, which featured 119 in-person events in 18 countries.
WAI Launches Girls in Aviation Day Via App
Key Takeaways:
- Women in Aviation International (WAI) launched a new "Girls in Aviation Day" (GIAD) app for a virtual, year-round celebration, targeting girls aged 8-17.
- The free app offers diverse content including aviation career videos, hands-on activities, virtual tours, scholarship applications, and opportunities to connect with role models.
- Supported by partners like the U.S. Air Force, the initiative aims to inspire young girls and address the underrepresentation of women in aviation and rated Air Force careers.
- Participants can sign up to receive a special care package, enhancing their engagement with the program.
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