Showcasing DEI Champions

Congratulations to Aviation Week Network, the 2024 ISTAT DEI Award Recipient! 

Aviation Week Network Accepts 2025 Award at ISTAT Americas   Aviation Week Network

Nominations for the 2025 ISTAT DEI Award are now closed.

The ISTAT DEI Award aims to highlight and showcase ISTAT member companies, teams or individuals who are “DEI Champions” — those who are positive role models, advocates and allies in supporting DEI within the aviation industry.

By applying for the ISTAT DEI Award, nominees will:

  1. Demonstrate commitment to advancing DEI in the industry;
  2. Showcase internal and/or external strategies, talent and progress;
  3. Share with the ISTAT community how to continuously improve diversity efforts and results.

The ISTAT DEI Award recipient will be recognized at ISTAT EMEA and provided several opportunities to present and share their insights with the community via ISTAT's variety of content offerings.

Timeline

The 2024 ISTAT DEI award will be presented at ISTAT EMEA with the following nomination timeline:

  • Nominations open 20 January 2025
  • Nominations close 10 March 2025
  • Winner will be notified in May 
  • Award presented at ISTAT EMEA, 5-7 October 2025

Submit a Nomination

Nomination Requirements

  • Nominees must be ISTAT members (corporate or individual) in good standing for at least two or more consecutive years.
  • Individuals, teams or organizations are eligible for this award.
  • Anyone may submit a nomination with the candidate’s permission. Self-nominations are accepted.
  • Nominations must clearly document why the organization or individual should be considered, above all others, for this distinguished award.  

Award Determination

ISTAT’s DEI Committee evaluates each nomination and makes recommendations to the ISTAT Board of Directors. The ISTAT Board of Directors then selects the final ISTAT DEI Award recipient.