AIDN Young Achiever Award 2022 applications open

AIDN is pleased to launch the AIDN Young Achiever of the Year program for 2022 and invites you to submit nominations for this prestigious award.

Driven and talented young people are the key to the future of the defence support industry. Since 2008, AIDN has conducted the Young Achiever Award (YAA) to recognise individuals who may be future industry leaders. The award is held at the State/Territory level, and each State/Territory winner will compete for the National award.

WHO CAN ENTER THE AWARD?

The Award is open to all members of defence support industry aged under 30 years, as of 1st January 2022. Applicants need to provide contact details of two references, one of which must be employed by a current financial member of an AIDN Chapter.

WHY ENTER THE AWARD?

Winning the AIDN Young Achiever Award recognises your efforts, and demonstrates your achievements and your potential to your colleagues, clients and future employers.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications are now open. The web link attached opens the application form. 

Entries close on the 16th of September at 5pm AEST.

Late entries will not be accepted.

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March

The Defence Industry Leadership Program has played a pivotal role in nurturing the growth of more than 370 defence industry leaders since its establishment in 2010.

Beyond Service is a 2½-day residential wellness retreat designed specifically for women veterans who are ready for space to breathe, reconnect, reset, and feel understood.

April

Life After Service is a free, two-day, in-person wellbeing program delivered by I’ve Got Your 6 Foundation (IGY6), designed for veterans and first responders navigating life beyond service.

August

The Women in Defence Industry Leadership Accelerator Program is specifically tailored for early-career formal and informal female STEM leaders in the defence industry who are transitioning from technical expert to technical leader. .

The Women in Defence Industry Leadership Accelerator Program is specifically tailored for early-career formal and informal female STEM leaders in the defence industry who are transitioning from technical expert to technical leader. .

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September

Interactive Workshop: Guided by Dr. Susan McGinty on resilience & confidence.

The SIA’s eighth Submarine Science, Technology and Engineering Conference (SubSTEC8) will be held 21-23 September at Adelaide Oval, SA. Under the theme Pillar 1 through a Pillar 2 Lens – Advanced AUKUS Capabilities and the Submarine Deterrent.

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October

The Land Forces International Land Defence Exposition has announced the 2026 edition of Australia’s largest land defence trade event will be held in Perth, Western Australia, from 6-8 October 2026.