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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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.
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NDIA statement on long-term continuing resolution and the defense industry
Jan 13, 2022Organization joins others in letter to Congress on detriment without a spending plan.
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Arun Seraphin joins NDIA’s Emerging Technologies Institute
Jan 11, 2022Experience with Congress and the White House, among others, gives him keen insight as deputy director.
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New year, new job: NDIA Career Center opens its virtual doors
Jan 07, 2022Online job-seeking tool is a new member benefit
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NDIA statement on the confirmation of Grady as vice chair of the Joint Chiefs
Dec 17, 2021His fleet command experience will be valuable as military modernization ramps up.
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NDIA statement on the passage of the National Defense Authorization Act
Dec 15, 2021Organization applauds overwhelming bipartisan support in getting legislation through for fiscal year 2022
