Transport Women Australia Limited has announced the winners of its 2024 Driving the Difference scholarships.
The scholarships have been awarded to a group of women who have enrolled in courses that will aid them in advancing their careers in the transport, logistics and supply chain industries.
The successful applicants are Nellie White and Cinamon Bohr from Albury/Wodonga, Ashleigh Anderson and Emma Manton from Brisbane, and Jo Tomaszewski from Sydney.
The candidates will be presented with their certificates at end-of-year functions in the city closest to them.
Jacquelene Brotherton, chair of Transport Women Australia, said the quality of applicants was outstanding this year.
“Applicants are always of an extremely high standard and the choice of the final recipients is a very debated and difficult one for the board,” she said.
“The candidates are very varied and show the depth of talent in our industry.
“The recipients over the years have been from every state apart from the NT and ACT and all sectors – road transport, rail, maritime and manufacturing have been represented, but not yet aviation.”
Brotherton said the scholarships allow the successful applicants to undertake study that might otherwise be out of reach for them, while advancing their leadership skills.
“The recipients are also encouraged to participate in TWAL events and given networking and speaking opportunities to further broaden their experience and given exposure to leaders and mentors within the wider transport community,” she added.
Brotherton encouraged anyone who missed out on a scholarship this year to try again.
“We remain committed to providing enduring support for these amazing women and encourage anyone who has missed receiving a scholarship with their first application to reapply as there is always the opportunity for success the following year.”
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