Published on August 20, 2025
2025 IAF Excellence in 3G+ Diversity Award
Meet the 2025 Winners: The Hong Kong PolyU & Women in Aerospace
The IAF Excellence in “3G+” Diversity Award is intended to recognize IAF member organizations (industry, government, academia) and within IAF member organizations worldwide for their outstanding contributions to the fostering of “3G+” (Geography, Generation, Gender) Diversity within the space sector.
The IAF Excellence in “3G+” Diversity Award 2025 – Internal 3G+ Impact is bestowed to:
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
With a dynamic community of over 7,600 full-time staff representing 65 countries and regions and comprising a near-equal gender balance of 52% male and 48% female staff, PolyU is strongly committed to fostering both gender and cultural diversity. The University also embraces generational diversity, providing an inclusive environment and encouraging collaboration across different age groups and level of experience. At PolyU, researchers, staff and students from diverse backgrounds and disciplines come together to merge their expertise, driving excellence in education and advancing research and technology for the benefit of mankind.
The IAF Excellence in “3G+” Diversity Award 2025 – External 3G+ Impact is bestowed to:
Women in Aerospace
Women in Aerospace Europe (WIA-Europe) is a non-profit organisation committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the aerospace sector by increasing the representation, and leadership of women. It supports career development through networking, mentoring, scholarships, and outreach activities. Promote aerospace professions and STEM studies among the younger generations to enlarge the pool of talents shaping the future aerospace workforce. WIA-Europe works across industry, academia, and policy to foster a more inclusive environment that drives innovation and excellence. The organisation welcomes and encourages the involvement of individuals, regardless of gender, who share same values and aim to excellence in the aerospace sector. With active regional chapters and committed industrial and governmental partners across Europe, WIA-Europe inspires and connects professionals dedicated to shaping the future of aerospace.