Since 2014, Women in Aviation International has made a significant outreach to girls ages 8 to 17 with Girls in Aviation Day—established as an in-person gathering for young ladies. More than 120 events were hosted in roughly 20 countries by 2019, with about 20,000 attendees.
Women in Aviation Preps for Girls in Aviation Day
Key Takeaways:
- Women in Aviation International's Girls in Aviation Day (GIAD) has successfully engaged girls aged 8-17 in aviation since 2014, initially through in-person events and a successful pivot to a virtual format in 2020.
- The 2020 virtual event significantly expanded GIAD's global reach, inspiring WAI to continue leveraging digital platforms for future events.
- GIAD 2021, scheduled for September 25, will feature an updated virtual app, potential local in-person events depending on restrictions, and free gift bags for participants containing educational materials and aviation-themed items.
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