The W Series has partnered with the Royal Air Force (RAF) to increase opportunities for women in both motorsport and the Armed Forces, the all-women’s motorsport championship said on Tuesday.
There will be a series of joint events to highlight the career paths open to women in both fields with the vision of “removing the gender imbalance” in their respective industries.
“I am extremely proud on International Women’s Day to begin this partnership with the Royal Air Force, which reinforces how serious we are about ending the gender imbalance in the world. their respective industries,” said W Series CEO Catherine Bond Muir.
“Our shared vision is to attract as many women into these positions as possible so that girls see these careers as an entitlement, not a hope. Young women, it’s a great world. great for you, so stay tuned because if you can see it, you can be it.”
As part of the partnership, W Series and RAF drivers, pilots, mechanics and support staff will work and train together to enhance their professional development and understanding of performance. capacity.
Station Commander at the RAF Valley Group Captain Andrew Turk said: “We are delighted to take our association with the W Series to the next level. The RAF is the first branch of the British military to open any role to the RAF. women and our shared values with the W Series for equality make us both passionate about addressing the gender imbalance in our fields.”
