Event News
Shannon Airport to Host Landmark Women in Aviation Event for International Women’s Day
Last year’s Women in Aviation Mid-West Region event at Shannon Airport. Rita Meehan J&C AERO, and WIA MWR founding member; Donna Marie O’Neill, Airborne Capital, and founding member WIA MWR, Lynne Embleton CEO of Aer Lingus, Mary Considine CEO of The Shannon Airport Group, and Caroline Moore, Specialist Aviation Ireland, also founding member WIA MWR.
To celebrate International Women’s Day, The Shannon Airport Group is set to host a landmark Women in Aviation networking event
In collaboration with the Women in Aviation Mid-West Region, this event is expected to bring together over 100 industry leaders and professionals to discuss and promote gender equality and diversity in aviation at the Viewing Gallery, Shannon Airport on 6th March 2025.
Mary Considine, CEO of The Shannon Airport Group, will open the event, highlighting the importance of gender equality, diversity and inclusion in the aviation sector. “As we approach International Women’s Day, it’s the perfect time to celebrate the incredible women who inspire us daily—our colleagues, mentors, and friends,” said Considine.
“Our commitment to supporting diversity and inclusion in aviation is unwavering. This panel discussion is a crucial step towards fostering an inclusive culture and ensuring equal opportunities for all in the aviation industry.”
advertisement
advertisement
advertisement
advertisement
advertisement
advertisement
The event will feature a panel discussion moderated by Maria Frost from Engine Lease Finance Corporation (ELFC), with distinguished aviation speakers including Shauna Kelly from Falko, Mary Bradford, formerly of GPA/GECAS, Don Salmon from Shannon Technical Services. The panel will address a range of topics, from the importance of equal rights advocacy in aviation to the current state of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the industry.
Rita Meehan, from the Women in Aviation Mid-West Region Founding Committee, expressed her excitement for the event, “We are thrilled to host this event at Shannon Airport. The support from The Shannon Airport Group has been instrumental in making this possible. We look forward to insightful discussions and meaningful networking that will drive positive change in the aviation sector.”
The panel will explore key questions such as the challenges of equal rights advocacy in aviation, historical milestones that have shaped equal rights in the industry, and initiatives currently in place to ensure diverse hiring and equal opportunities. They will also discuss how airlines and aviation organisations can foster a more inclusive culture for underrepresented groups, the role of mentorship, and the importance of policies and legal frameworks to protect equal rights.
The event promises to be a significant opportunity for women and minorities in aviation to connect, share experiences, and learn from each other. It will also provide a platform for discussing innovative approaches to creating a more inclusive future in aviation and ensuring long-term progress in equality and diversity.
The Saw Doctors are Live at the Docklands this Friday August 15th, 2025!
25th Tour de Munster aims to raise vital funds for Down Syndrome
2025 Limerick Over 40s Soccer for Charity Tournament returns June 21 and 22
New research highlights urgent need for onsite multidisciplinary support in Limerick City DEIS schools
Genre-blending five-piece band North of Fortitude answers 10 Questions
5 events in Limerick this weekend, June 6 – June 8
Official Opening of Bloodmill Road Extension Marks Major Milestone
No Sleep as FAITHLESS play exclusive Irish Show on Friday, June 6 at Troy Studios
WATCH The sixth Limerick Garden Festival will bring garden talks and high-profile experts to the city this June 15
