WID 2019 National Conference
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WID 2019 National Conference
2018 HORIZONS Scholarship Celebration
Women In Defense, An Affiliate of NDIA
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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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Lieutenant General Gwen Bingham
United States Army Assistant Chief of Staff for Installation Management, was recognized as the government recipient of the 2018 Women In Defense Service to the Flag Award for her exceptional contributions to our Nation's defense.
Industry Spotlight
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Ms. Eren Ozmen
Owner & President, Sierra Nevada Corporation, was recognized as the industry recipient of the 2018 Women In Defense Service to the Flag Award for her exceptional contributions to our Nation's industrial base and security.
Latest News VIEW ALL NEWS
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Kea Matory fills legislative policy director slot at NDIA
Jul 17, 2019The former legislative affairs officer at headquarters of the Marine Corps’ Marine and Family Programs Division will work with congressional...
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NDIA backs CODER Act for better defense software acquisition and protection of service members
Jun 07, 2019Bipartisan bill also aims to get small and midsize businesses into the contract competition mix more easily
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New records in exhibitors and attendance among highlights of the 2019 SOFIC
May 30, 2019It's a year of new records for the 2019 Special Operations Forces Industry Conference (SOFIC) with attendance of nearly 13,000 for a...
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NDIA lauds Wilson, welcomes Barrett nomination
May 22, 2019Organization praises these strong Air Force leaders
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Army Secretary Esper is government keynote for WID National Conference
May 16, 2019Army Secretary Mark Esper will address this year’s Women In Defense National Conference as the government keynote speaker.
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