Read about how we work hard to build runways for others in the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Airlines Magazine.
https://airlines.iata.org/analysis/how-to-build-a-runway-for-role-models?fbclid=IwAR29ce_daaqJEthqPP30Sh408O54Imyo7V9mvK3EGxx-I9JO_fE9h-5yDQY
hank you very much for sharing our story in Sri Lanka Marianne. It was a pleasure to work with you. It is my ambition to support young people and women in Sri Lanka to break those glass ceilings and to aspire to more than they thought was possible.
https://www.themorning.lk/high-flyer-helps-clear-the-skies-for-women-in-aviation/?fbclid=IwAR29ce_daaqJEthqPP30Sh408O54Imyo7V9mvK3EGxx-I9JO_fE9h-5yDQY
It’s an absolute privilege to have been chosen to be an Aviation Ambassador for the Department for Transport. I’m very much looking forward to working with these inspirational role models to make a difference in the industry!
https://www.gov.uk/gove.../groups/aviation-ambassadors-group
It was such a privilege to be featured on tonight’s Women in Aviation podcast by Plane Talking UK Podcast So many inspirational female pilots! Great to share our story and why it means so much to me to inspire others.
An inspirational interview with our Founder Kanchana by We Are Tech Women about her work inspiring others to fly and also as a STEM Engagement Coordinator for Stempoint East
“Ensure that all organisations and businesses adopt diversity and inclusion policies as a priority. It’s vital that this is given the importance it deserves within workplaces – and not just a working party as a tick box exercise or a tokenistic gesture. Both employers and employees need to understand the importance of diversity and inclusion. And it’s not just an issue about women – it’s about supporting and championing all underrepresented groups in society.”
Read it here - https://wearetechwomen.com/cat…/inspirational-women-in-tech/
This is certainly how I feel today on International Women’s Day.
“Some of us have great runways already built for us. If you have one, take off! But if you don’t have one, realize it is your responsibility to grab a shovel and build one for yourself and for those who will follow after you.” - Amelia Earhart
It’s been a great journey in aviation over the past five years. One I thought I would never make given the lack of opportunities and finances earlier in life. But perseverance certainly helped to get me here - along with the most supportive, resilient and positive aviation community. It was always about helping others for me and never just about what I could achieve. I am truly grateful for everyone who supports the work we do. If we can build runways for others as well as ourselves surely that is even more worthwhile.
Very proud to be part of the Stempoint East #BuildTheirDream campaign. It’s a privilege to be a STEM Ambassador and inspire the next generation.
Fantastic evening on International Day of Women & Girls in Science outlining our vision, our STEM and outreach events and how inspirational volunteers can make all the difference. Thank you very much British Women Pilots' Association for inviting me this evening!
On @WomenScienceDay we’re celebrating inspiring female STEM role models like Kanchana - STEM Ambassador, primary teacher and founder of @aviatrixproject which gives women the chance to fly.
Our @STEMAmbassadors are available remotely: https://bit.ly/2Ytc1CR #WomenInScience
It’s been great to hear more about how we can work with the The Civil Aviation Authority, Gatwick STEM Ambassadors. We are featured in their associated STEM organisations.
https://www.caa.co.uk/Our-work/About-us/STEM/Associated-organisations/
Read about our Founder Kanchana Gamage’s first solo and what inspired her to get involved in aviation and of course set up The Aviatrix Project! Read the digital issue here - https://www.flyer.co.uk/flyer-march-edition-out-now/
As we reach the 5 year anniversary of the Aviatrix Project today I have been thinking about all we have achieved. We’ve worked with over 500 schools and developed partnerships and collaborations with a large number of aviation organisations. Most importantly we’ve been able to inspire thousands of young people.
I’ve had a lifelong passion for aviation and I want to ensure that young women have ample opportunities to achieve their dreams. Being supported by female role models was key to my success and enjoyment whilst learning to fly. One of the main aims of this project is to raise aspirations of young girls and to promote aviation as an exciting and accessible career choice to all young people.
Ultimately I believe that we can use aviation as a tool to raise aspirations. I want to encourage young people – particularly young women – to believe in themselves and to know that there are no limits or barriers to achieving anything they set their mind to. This is even more important in the challenging times we find ourselves today.
I would like to extend the most sincere thank you to you all for your commitment and support for our work.
Kanchana Gamage - Founder & Director
We would like to say a huge thank you to Marion Wooldridge who will be stepping down from her role as Director this month. She has been there from the beginning encouraging and supporting the Aviatrix to grow and develop. We can’t thank you enough!
(Here she is on the right with a flight winner)
We’re now a proud signatory of the Women In Aviation and Aerospace Charter. Find out more about their work towards gender equality in aviation.
It was such an honour to be at St James’s Palace last week. Having gained my PPL in 2015 I set up The Aviatrix Project to inspire others to take to the skies. I’ve had a lifelong passion for aviation and wanted to ensure that my experience in education and as a pilot could be combined to provide opportunities for others. Huge thanks to everyone who has supported us along the way. It really is a privilege to inspire the next generation.
Our Founder, Kanchana has been nominated for a STEM Inspiration Award as an Outstanding STEM Ambassador!
We have now formally relaunched our partnership with the BWPA. Huge thanks to all for their support over the past 3 years. And a thank you for the Special Recognition Award for our Founder Kanchana Gamage for her efforts in establishing the Project.
Huge thanks to Flight Training News Editor, Jeremy Diack for a great article this month. It's a privilege to be included amongst some of the greats of aviation.
Read MoreAn interview with Pilot Career News today with our Founder, Kanchana Gamage. Read more to find out about our vision and plans for the future.
Read MorePartnership to encourage more young girls and women to into aviation
The Aviatrix Project, a venture to encourage women and girls to join aviation, today announced a partnership with easyJet, Europe’s leading airline.
The partnership will promote pilot careers to women. easyJet will benefit from The Aviatrix Project’s expertise in engaging schools and best practice on child safeguarding.
Read MoreInspiring and enthusing women and girls and those from disadvantaged background consider careers in aviation.
