Careers & Training

Scholarships provide unique opportunities for women in transport and logistics

Transport Women Australia Limited (TWAL) is now accepting applications for the next round of Driving the Difference scholarships.

Now in its sixth year, these scholarships provide unique opportunities for women in the transport and logistics industry and those wishing to enter the field to advance their careers by undertaking study assisted by this Daimler Truck Australia Pacific-backed TWAL program.

Applications will be accepted until November 8 and recipients will be announced on November 12.

“TWAL are delighted to continue this partnership with Daimler Truck Australia Pacific to present the Driving the Difference scholarships for another year,” said TWAL chair Jacquelene Brotherton.

“These scholarships have enhanced participation of many women in the transport and logistics industry and continue to do so. Previous winners have been from sectors of the trucking, rail, and marine industries sectors, and a wide variety of ages.”

Daimler Truck Australia Pacific president and CEO, Daniel Whitehead said Daimler Truck Australia Pacific is committed to helping encourage and nurture the careers of anyone looking to enter the transport and logistics industry.

“The TWAL scholarship program is a wonderful initiative aimed at supporting pathways for women into our industry. We are proud to be associated with the development opportunities this Sponsorship makes accessible,” Whitehead said.

The scholarships enable the successful applicants to undertake any course that will advance their careers or expand their knowledge in their current position. Alternatively, it could give other women the chance to become part of the transport and logistics industry.

For more information about the Driving the Difference Scholarship program, contact Jacquelene Brotherton at chair@transportwomen.com.au, or call 0417 422 319.

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