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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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.
Latest News VIEW ALL NEWS
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‘Invest in yourself:’ Women In Defense event celebrates 2019 Horizons scholarship class
Aug 09, 2019Twelve women honored for their academic pursuits on the way to careers in service to the nation
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National Defense cover garners APEX award
Aug 05, 2019NDIA's magazine is recognized for its May 2018 cover on special operators
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NDIA welcomes David Norquist as deputy defense secretary
Aug 01, 2019Senate confirmation makes him the 34th person to hold the position
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NDIA congratulates Gen. Mark Milley, newest Joint Chiefs chairman
Jul 26, 2019Confirmation makes the general the 20th person to hold the nation's highest-ranking military position
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NDIA welcomes Mark Esper as the new secretary of defense
Jul 23, 2019His deep understanding of the complex national security issues facing today’s military is critical to the Defense Department’s missions and success.
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