The Uiver Memorial Community Trust (UMCT), in partnership with Rotary Club Albury North (RCAN), is making available a $5,000 grant to a selected female applicant wishing to embark on, or further her career prospects in the Aviation or Aerospace Industry fields.

This Grant is to be awarded at the UMCT’s International Women’s Day - Women in Aviation event scheduled for 7 March 2027.

• To provide encouragement and financial support for a successful applicant to commence or consolidate her career prospects in the aviation or aerospace industry in Australia.

• To provide a platform to support and inspire a woman to develop skills and knowledge in her chosen fields to the benefit of the industry and her communities.

The award is available to women focussed on (but not limited to) a career in general or military aviation, aircraft design or maintenance, air traffic control, airport management, parts distribution and logistics, aviation management, or space exploration and development.

Eligible candidates will:
1. Will be a minimum of 16 years old.
2. Hold Australian Citizenship.
3. Have a current residential address within 100 kilometres of the Albury, NSW central business district.
4. Be able to display a genuine interest and desire to pursue an aviation or aerospace industry career path.

Submissions must be received by the Selection Panel by end of day, 31 January 2027.