Women In Defense, An Affiliate of NDIA
Women In Defense is the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) Affiliate founded to engage, cultivate and advance women in all aspects of national security.
Women In Defense, An Affiliate of NDIA
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2020 HORIZONS Scholarship Applications
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ABOUT WID
Women In Defense (WID), a National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) Affiliate, engages, cultivates and advances women in all aspects of national security. Incorporated in 1985, Women In Defense provides members a business environment for professional growth through strategic networking, education, and career development. This national alliance is comprised of women and men from industry and defense organizations of every size; all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces; Government agencies, academia, think tanks, associations, and professional services.
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Chapter membership is a valuable benefit of belonging to Women In Defense because of the local business and professional contacts and knowledge available. Members are automatically assigned to the nearest geographic chapter, based on zip code. Chapter membership does not require an additional dues payment.
WHY JOIN?
Women In Defense provides a dynamic, forward-thinking community for developing leadership skills, cultivating relationships, as well as mentoring, and education through a variety of national and regional events addressing some of the most pressing national defense issues. Through the HORIZONS program, women seeking post-bachelor’s degree scholarships are given the opportunity to further their educational objectives and career pursuits in the defense workforce through a demonstrated commitment to creating a more diverse national security marketplace.
Government Spotlight
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Rear Admiral Marsha "Marty" Evans, USN (RET)
United States Navy Assistant Chief of Staff for Installation Management, was recognized as the government recipient of the 2019 Women In Defense Service to the Flag Award for her exceptional contributions to our Nation's defense.
Industry Spotlight
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Ms. Michele Evans
Executive Vice President, Aeronautics, Lockheed Martin, was recognized as the industry recipient of the 2019 Women In Defense Service to the Flag Award for her exceptional contributions to our Nation's industrial base and security.
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NDIA welcomes Casey amendment to defense authorization for fiscal 2021
Jul 10, 2020The Pennsylvania senator's move is a needed, proactive approach to ensure congressional defense committees are briefed on total contractor costs...
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Calling small business: NDIA needs more feedback on DoD’s COVID-19 response
Jun 23, 2020Pentagon wants more information on how contractors continue to weather coronavirus actions
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NDIA mourns the passing of Gen. Thomas Moorman
Jun 21, 2020The Air Force officer was a long and steadfast champion of space initiatives for the military.
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NDIA commends confirmation of Gen. CQ Brown as 22nd Air Force chief of staff
Jun 09, 2020Unanimous Senate vote makes the general the first African American to hold the position
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Fisher House benefits from NDIA survey donation
Jun 09, 2020$2,000 will go to organization that houses families of those seeking medical treatment at military and veterans facilities
