Only four more days to get your scholarship application in, successful applicants will receive support to begin their career in transport.
Transport Women Australia Limited (TWAL) is now accepting applications for the next round of Driving the Difference scholarships.
Now in its fourth year, Daimler Truck Australia Pacific backed TWAL program will provide a unique opportunity for five women in the transport and logistics industry and those wishing to join.
TWAL says the scholarships enable the successful applicants to undertake a course that will advance their careers or expand their knowledge to enhance their current position. Alternatively, it could give other women the chance to become part of the transport and logistics industry.
Applications will be accepted until 5pm AEDT October 31 and recipients will be announced on November 16.
TWAL chair Jacquelene Brotherton says she’s proud to be announcing the scholarship for another year.
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“We are so honoured to be able to join once again with Daimler Truck Bus Australia Pacific to present the Driving the Difference scholarships for another year and enhance participation of women in the transport and logistics industry,” says Brotherton.
Daimler Truck Australia Pacific President and CEO, Daniel Whitehead, says the company is pleased to continue supporting the program.
“The team at Daimler Truck is proud to support the TWAL Driving the Difference scholarship program, which is a fantastic initiative,” says Whitehead.
“Daimler Trucks is firmly committed to supporting gender diversity and equitable practices within Australian trucking and transport and we know the industry will be the better for it.”
For more information about the Driving the Difference Scholarship program, you can contact Jacquelene Brotherton at chair@transportwomen.com.au or call 0417 422 319.