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.

Upcoming Events Submit an Event

May

Join Dr Mike Ryan & Dr Shari Soutberg for a comprehensive overview of how the Australian Defence Organisation delivers and manages capability throughout the Defence capability life cycle.

Join Dr John Davies for The Introduction to Explosive Ordnance Systems Course which provides attendees with an understanding of explosive ordnance systems, including warheads, rocket motors, pyrotechnics, and propellants.

A collaborative event held in Adelaide for the first time in 2024, the Export Controls Conference is a two-day training and one day conference on the ITAR, EAR and Australian Export Controls.

edVirtus presents Dr Shari Soutberg and Dr Mike Ryan for the 1-day Introduction to Defence course aimed at those who are new to the provision of services and consultancy to the Australian Department of Defence.

Join edVirtus and Bron Rust-Jones for a 1-Day course that provides attendees with an understanding of the underlying concepts and theory of simulation.

The conference will provide attendees with a comprehensive understanding of the role of Defence in Northern Australia and current and future developments in the region.

July

Participants in the ISAGA Summer School 2024 will explore topics relevant to developing skills as simulation/games designers and users.

Indian Ocean Defence & Security 2024 (IODS 2024) will explore the theme: Where AUKUS meets the Quad. The conference and international industry exhibition will highlight challenges and opportunities for the region.

August

The Townsville Defence Forum is a localised policy-driven forum, that will focus on fostering relationships between government, Primes & SMEs to deliver Australia’s sovereign capability and act as a driver for the region’s economy.

September

LAND FORCES 2024 will be a key meeting hub for Australian and international industry, defence, academia and government.