Women's vital contribution to defence celebrated as award finalists announced
The finalists for the prestigious annual Women in Defence awards have been announced and it is a who's who of outstanding talented defence personnel.
The Women in Defence UK Awards were launched in 2016 to celebrate incredible work, provide inspiration and promote the value of women in the sector.
Since the launch, about 2,400 nominations have been made – that translates into more than 400 stand-out individuals and teams a year who have exceeded all expectations and inspired other women to succeed in defence.
The women are nominated by their peers and don't seek recognition for what they do.
However, their work often inspires, includes, unites and improves the morale of their colleagues – something crucial to ensure defence works at its best in whatever the circumstance.
There are 10 award categories and three finalists in each, drawn from across the three services and the Ministry of Defence (MOD).
The winners in each category will be announced at a special celebratory event at London's Guildhall on 24 November.
Angela Owen OBE, Founder of Women in Defence UK, said: "Our judges have a tough job as we receive hundreds of brilliant nominations every year.
"The 30 finalists we've announced today come from across the defence enterprise and represent the very best of the community.
"I can't wait until next month when we announce the winners and the 2022 Woman of the Year."
The judges who whittled down the finalists include previous Woman Of The Year winners such as Wing Commander Alison McLean, Phillippa Spencer and Colonel Lucy Giles plus many senior people in defence and military businesses such as Boeing Defence UK, QinetiQ Group, Lockheed Martin UK and BAE Systems.
The 2022 Women In Defence finalists are:
Inspirational Award
Jackie Duncan – Mace
Capt Preet Chandi – Army
Salli Shapcott – Serco
Outstanding Contribution Award
Fiona Clark – Leonardo UK Ltd
Julie Morris – MOD
Tpr Sally Faulkner – Army
Most Collaborative Award
Lt Cdr Annabel Roberts – Royal Navy
Dr Kate Gill – Dstl
WO2 Yvonne Angus – Army
Resolute Spirit Award
Amanda Struby – MOD
Azaria Coupe – QinetiQ
Bethany Colburn – Leonardo UK Ltd
Equality of Opportunity Award
Caroline Paige – Fighting with Pride
Gender Network Executive – MI5
Jo Jarman – MOD / Submarine Delivery Agency
Emerging Talent Award
LCpl Jessica Allely – Army
Lt Zoe Spicer – Army
Cadet WO Zoe Webb – RAF
Unsung Heroines Award
Donna – MI5
Katie Nelson – PA Consulting
Mo Bingham – DE&S
Innovation and Creativity Award
Dr Alison Hawks – Common Mission Project
Chf Tech Tina Evans – RAF
Victoria Cox – Dstl
STEM in Defence Award
Amanda Price – Serco
Elcin Ada Sayin – Radius UK Ltd
Sarah Bailey – Leonardo UK Ltd
Inclusive Teamwork Award
ETS N Critical Behaviours Team – Army
HMS ARTFUL – Royal Navy
RAF Executive Committee Shadow Board – RAF
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