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In a world where being busy can feel like a badge of honour, doing nothing can almost feel uncomfortable. There is always another email to answer, another task to complete, another assignment to study for, another workout to squeeze in or another goal to work towards. We can become so used to filling every spare moment that simply sitting down and doing nothing can feel like we should be doing something else. But what if doing nothing is sometimes exactly what we need? You do

My name is Virgine Valck, and I am a 20-year-old aeronautical engineering student, licensed glider pilot and flight instructor from Belgium. Since discovering gliding at the age of 12, aviation has been a major part of my life. Most weekends you’ll find me at the airfield, whether I’m flying, instructing students, or helping to organise activities. Alongside my studies, I have served as a youth ambassador for the Belgian Air Force and joined Elevate(her) Aviation as an ambass

On Friday, our Germany Team Lead, Raja Katz, hosted an Elevate(her) networking event in Stuttgart in partnership with AERO BETA Flight School The evening brought together women from across the aviation industry and those aspiring to join it, creating a welcoming space to connect, share experiences, and learn from one another's unique journeys. From flight training to different career pathways within aviation, it was inspiring to see so many conversations, new connections, and

Aviation is a career that demands focus, resilience, and energy. Whether you're a student pilot preparing for exams, cabin crew working early starts, or a pilot managing changing time zones, your body is constantly adapting to busy schedules and long days. As women, our hormones play an important role in how we feel, recover, and perform, so looking after them is just as important as looking after our technical skills. The good news is that high performance doesn't come from

There is still time to fill out our survey to better understand what women in aviation across the United States of America want and need from Elevate(her)! Your feedback will help us prioritise the support, events, resources, research and opportunities that will have the greatest impact on our community ✈️ Whether you’re a student, early in your career or an experienced professional, we’d love to hear your thoughts. The survey should take no more than 5 minutes to complete, a

Written by Sana Jumah, @sanajumah It always starts the same: a quiet airfield, a glider waiting on the runway to get launched, and the question of what the sky will bring today. But for me, the sky was not always a place of freedom. Hi! My name is Sana Jumah, and for much of my childhood, airplanes meant something very different to me. During the first few years of my childhood, I grew up in Damascus, Syria. I had a happy childhood until the war began. From that moment on, th

We all have an inner voice. The one that tells us we are doing well, but also the one that can sometimes be our harshest critic. Whether you’re learning to fly, starting a new career, preparing for an interview or simply navigating a busy life, it’s easy to focus on what you could have done better. I should have known that. I could have done more. Everyone else seems to be ahead of me. But would you speak to a friend the way you sometimes speak to yourself? We’re often much m

Last week we hosted an inspiring Women in Aviation Panel at Oxford University, bringing together six incredible women from across the aviation industry, to share their perspective on key topics shaping the entry and retention of women in aviation.

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We live in a world where it can feel like everyone else has their life figured out. Someone has landed their dream job, another has just qualified, someone else is travelling the world, while another seems to be effortlessly climbing the career ladder. And when you're building a career in aviation, it can be easy to feel like you're falling behind. But the truth is: you don't have to have it all figured out. Aviation is an industry full of different paths, opportunities and u

With over 30 incredible mentors now part of our community, we are here to support women at every stage of their journey, whether you are taking your first steps towards a career in aviation, considering a career transition into the industry, or looking to progress and develop within your existing aviation career. We hope Elevate(her) Mentoring provides a space to connect, learn, build confidence and grow, while giving you the opportunity to learn from someone who has already

Written by Nadeen Qatameen One thing I didn’t expect when I started my journey in aviation in 2018 was just how alone imposter syndrome could feel. From the outside, flight training often looks confident, disciplined, and linear. The uniforms are pressed, the checklists are followed, and the progress seems measurable. What we don’t see and rarely talk about are the internal struggles many student pilots carry every single day: self-doubt, fear of not being “cut out for it,” c

We will be joined by Mace Curran, former U.S. Air Force Thunderbird pilot on the 19th August for a Q&A webinar! To join us, reserve your space here👉🏼: https://www.elevateheraviation.com/event-details/q-a-with-mace-curran

When you’re working towards a career in aviation, it can be easy for it to become your entire world. There is always something to study, a new skill to learn, an exam to prepare for, a licence to achieve or the next career milestone to work towards. But what happens when you step away from the flight deck, the classroom or the airport? Having interests outside aviation is more important than we sometimes realise. Not everything we do needs to contribute to our career, improve

Last week, Megan from our South Africa team delivered an inspiring talk to the University of Pretoria Aerospace Society✈️ Megan shared her journey to becoming a C208 Captain at Federal Airlines, highlighting the exciting flying opportunities available across South Africa!

There is still time to fill out our survey to better understand what women in aviation across the United States of America want and need from Elevate(her)! Your feedback will help us prioritise the support, events, resources, research and opportunities that will have the greatest impact on our community ✈️ Whether you’re a student, early in your career or an experienced professional, we’d love to hear your thoughts. The survey should take no more than 5 minutes to complete, a

We all experience moments where we question ourselves. Perhaps you've made a mistake, faced a setback, or found yourself comparing your journey to everyone else's. Over time, these experiences can chip away at your confidence, leaving you second-guessing decisions that once felt instinctive. The truth is, self-trust isn't something you are born with, it's something you build, one decision at a time. Learning to trust yourself starts with recognising just how far you've alread

Have you read our recent report on ‘The Impact of Cost, VAT and Educational Recognition on UK Flight Training’ ✈️ This conversarion means alot to us, as well as the wider aviation industry. We are proud to contribute evidence to this important discussion and look forward to continuing to work with industry and policymakers to ensure that access to a career in aviation is determined by potential, not circumstance. Head over to our research and statistics page to read the full

Last week, we attended Farnborough International Air Show! It was an incredible day spent meeting so many inspiring people who share a passion for aviation. We loved catching up with our existing members, while also welcoming many new women to our community. Hearing about their ambitions, career journeys, and what inspired them to pursue aviation was truly motivating. Our team was blown away by the enthusiasm, passion, and support shown by everyone who stopped by our stand. T