Introducing Opportunities and Inspiring Change

摘要

If you define determination as a "firm or fixed intention to achieve a desired end," then you can certainly say that the pioneers who founded Women in Aviation International (WAI) were a determined group. "Our organization started in 1990 with the purpose of helping women succeed in their aviation careers. Many aviation companies had only one woman in their organization, and they needed someone to communicate with," explained Women in Aviation International CEO Allison McKay. "WAI gave them a way to share experiences and mentor each other. Many were, and still are, facing common issues." McKay said that while WAI remains dedicated to that original charter, the aviation industry's growing need to attract more workers has necessitated that it increase its focus on inspiring and nurturing the next generation. "We are faced with a severe workforce shortage, and we just can't continue with the traditional way of finding people to fill that need," she said. "We have to proactively work to attract and develop a robust and diverse workforce going forward."