2021-2024 | 💰 $852K | 🤝 Funded by the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet

The Empowering & Enabling the Women of Western Sydney (EEWWS) Program was a groundbreaking three-year initiative designed to break down employment barriers for women from diverse backgrounds.

Impact at a Glance:

✅ 1,676 CALD, First Nations, and LGBTQIA+ women engaged (18% above target)
✅ 36 industry partners & 147 female ambassadors driving change
✅ 1,340 participants (80%) motivated to pursue aviation careers across 13 LGAs
✅ Winner “Training and Mentorship Program” at the Australian Aviation Awards 2024. Finalist for “Outstanding Diversity and Inclusion” at the 2024 A24 Airspace Awards

What We Delivered:

Workshops – Hands-on learning and career pathway insights from industry
Mentoring – Connecting women with industry professionals for real guidance
Forums – Interactive activities, bridging the gap and connecting Industry with Community.

Industry Partners Who Made It Possible:

Western Sydney Airport | Airbus | Airservices Australia | Qantas | Lockheed Martin | dnata | Australian BorderForce | Certis Security | Menzies | UNSW | TAFE | United Airlines | Accor Lounges | Swissport | Department of Agriculture, Fisheries & Forestry | Star Aviation |  MSS Security | Qantas Lounges|  + +

For program information visit empoweringwsw.com.au