We are dedicated to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion within the aviation industry.
Welcome!
We believe that diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds are essential for innovation, growth, and success in this dynamic field.
Our mission is to help aviation organizations create an inclusive culture that attracts, retains, and empowers diverse talent.
Our team analyzes the state of DEI in your organization using benchmarks in 15 categories to help guide leaders in your organization to focus on areas of improvement, develop a strategy to address these gaps and deliver training to work toward making sustainable change.
Each organization should develop a unique intention or business model for DEI.
A well-designed and well-executed DEI strategy can help an organization:
- Achieve its organizational vision, mission, strategy
- Live its values
- Attract and retain diverse talent
- Build strong and high-performing teams
- Cultivate engaged leaders who inspire inclusion and champion diversity
- Leverage a range of backgrounds and skills to enhance creativity, innovation, and problem-solving
- Increase engagement, motivation, and productivity
- Improve the quality of work/life integration
- Enhance the organization’s reputation/brand as a DEI Employer of Choice
- Minimize risk and exposure to ensure compliance with legal requirements
- Sustain an environment that treats people fairly and equitably
Our Services
Aviation is an industry that thrives on innovation and progress.
Embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion is not just the right thing to do; it’s a strategic imperative. By working with us, you are taking a bold step towards unlocking your organizations full potential.
We provide tailored strategies and solutions that address the specific challenges faced by the industry, empowering organizations to create a more inclusive culture and drive sustainable change.
Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can support your organization in becoming a beacon of diversity and inclusion in the aviation industry. Together, let’s soar to new heights of equity and excellence!
Why Choose Us:
Expertise: Our consultants have a deep understanding of the aviation sector and the unique challenges it faces. We combine this industry knowledge with our expertise in diversity, equity, and inclusion to deliver comprehensive solutions that make a real impact.
Customized Approach: We recognize that each organization is unique, and there is no one-size-fits-all approach to DEI. That’s why we work closely with our clients to understand their specific needs and develop customized solutions. Whether you’re a major airline, a regional airport, or a start up, we can provide targeted strategies that align with your goals and values.
Comprehensive Services: We offer a wide range of services to support your DEI initiatives. From conducting diversity assessments and audits to designing inclusive recruitment and retention programs, we have you covered. We also provide training and workshops to raise awareness, build cultural competence, and promote allyship within your organization.
Measurable Impact: We believe in measuring what matters. We help you establish meaningful metrics and evaluation frameworks to track your progress towards diversity and inclusion goals. By analyzing data and feedback, we ensure that your efforts are making a real impact and driving positive change.
Long-Term Partnership: We are not just consultants; we are your partners on the journey to a more inclusive aviation industry. We are committed to building lasting relationships with our clients, providing ongoing support, guidance, and resources to ensure that your organization continues to thrive in its DEI efforts.
Join Us: Join us in shaping a future where the aviation industry reflects the diversity of the world it serves. Together, we can create a more inclusive, equitable, and successful aviation sector.
Our Team
We are a dedicated Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) team, called Allies in the Workplace (AIW). Our team is highly trained and knowledgeable in best practices, DEI assessments, and specially qualified to deliver training. Having an aviation-specific consulting team that understands the industry and the workforce provides a unique approach to specialized DEI training.
Nova Andrews
Nova is the Director of the Elevate Aviation Learning Centre and Project Manager of Allies in the Workplace. Nova has extensive experience in managing and delivering essential skills and career development training programs through organizations such as Women Building Futures and Bredin Centre for Career Development.
She holds certifications in GBA+, GOA FOIP, Inclusion at Work Certification through Norquest College, Strategic Resume Development Certification through Career Professionals of Canada, Unconscious Bias Certification through Project Management Institute, QPR Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Program through Imagine Institute for Learning, Trauma Informed Care Certification through Imagine Institute for Learning, and an MBA in Entrepreneurial Management.
Emily Reiman
Emily is the Project Lead for Allies in the Workplace and an Aerospace Control Operator working in the Combat Operations Center in Cold Lake, AB. She holds a Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Sociology and a Master’s Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with a focus in Equity Studies.
Emily has a strong background in DEI and a passion to effect positive change within the workspace. Emily is a member of the Defence Women’s Advisory Organization (DWAO) that seeks to address and overcome barriers that women face in the workplace, and a contributing member of the Transforming Military Cultures Network. Emily is qualified in GBA+ and is a Positive Space Ambassador facilitator which is a program that seeks to create a safe and inclusive workplace for all. On her off time, she enjoys functional fitness, astronomy and golf.
Nordia King
A native of Trinidad and Tobago, Nordia moved to Brooklyn, N.Y at a young age. Having dreams of being a Flight attendant but not knowing how to break into the industry; Nordia attended university where she completed her Bachelor’s in Forensic Psychology while working as a gate agent. During her final year of school, she was able to join her employer’s inflight team. It was during her time as a Flight Attendant that Nordia fell in love with maintenance.
Nordia moved to Canada where she pursued her education in Aircraft Maintenance. In 2021 she was award Top Student Competitor at the Aircraft Maintenance Engineers Association Skills Competition. A recent graduate of Centennial College, Nordia is now an AME Apprentice working towards her M2 license. She is currently type certified on the Dash 8 Q400. Nordia uses her platform to amplify the voices of racialized women in the industry.
Christine Matheson
Christine is a skilled facilitator and career coach who has been working in the field of community and career development for over 15 years. For Christine, working in career development is not just about helping people find a job – it is about helping people grow their confidence, skills sets, experiences and connections and develop the tools and resources they need to create the life they want.
As a Facilitator and Career Coach, Christine strives to provide a safe and nurturing environment where learners can feel secure in exploring their careers. This also includes ensuring all learning styles and abilities are taken into account and that workshops are engaging, varied, and meaningful. It is her personal belief that growth takes many forms and that small steps lead to big changes. Christine is a Registered Social Worker and achieved her Bachelor of Social Work degree from the University of Calgary.
Grants
Aviation is an industry that thrives on innovation and progress.
Embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion is not just the right thing to do; it’s a strategic imperative. By working with us, you are taking a bold step towards unlocking your organizations full potential.
We provide tailored strategies and solutions that address the specific challenges faced by the industry, empowering organizations to create a more inclusive culture and drive sustainable change.
Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can support your organization in becoming a beacon of diversity and inclusion in the aviation industry. Together, let’s soar to new heights of equity and excellence!
Packages
This all inclusive, comprehensive package includes in-depth assessments, detailed recommendations, action planning, ongoing support, and various services to guide the organization through a complete DEI journey.
Steps to success:
- We will initiate the assessment phase by conducting comprehensive start-up meetings to understand the organization’s needs and goals, setting the trajectory for the DEI flight path. As part of the assessment, we will analyze the organization’s structure and identify potential areas for improvement, ensuring a clear flight path for inclusivity.
- We will meticulously assess the organization’s gender, diversity, equity, and inclusion practices, mapping the flight path towards a more inclusive and equitable destination. Using our benchmarking tool, we will get the full picture on the status of your organization.
- Our consultants will carefully review the results of the GDEIB analysis and develop presentation materials, including a comprehensive PowerPoint (PPT) and summary, to effectively communicate the findings.
- Based on the assessment findings, we will compile a comprehensive report, providing actionable recommendations to navigate the DEI flight path effectively.
- With the assessment report as our guide, we will develop a tailored action plan, outlining the specific steps needed to implement the recommended changes and stay on course.
- We will deliver engaging workshop sessions that introduces DEI foundations and fosters the creation of positive spaces within the organization, empowering participants to embrace inclusion. Specifically tailored for your organization’s needs, this training will address DEI topics that will make an impact.
- As part of a customized support package, our clients will have access to our consultants for ongoing email/communications review and assistance, ensuring continuous support on their DEI journey.
With the DEI Snapshot package, we offer organizations an initial and streamlined approach to DEI consulting. We will conduct a comprehensive assessment that provides a current state view of the organization’s DEI landscape. Furthermore, we will provide actionable recommendations and deliver an engaging introduction to DEI training session, empowering the organization to take its first steps towards cultivating a more inclusive and equitable workplace.
Note: This package is designed to be completed within a shorter time frame than all-inclusive DEI packages.
Steps to success:
- We will initiate the assessment phase by conducting comprehensive start-up meetings to understand the organization’s needs and goals, setting the trajectory for the DEI flight path. As part of the assessment, we will analyze the organization’s structure and identify potential areas for improvement, ensuring a clear flight path for inclusivity.
- We will conduct an in-depth assessment of the organization’s gender, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging practices. This assessment provides a snapshot of the organization’s DEI landscape, capturing its current state.
- We will deliver an engaging training session that introduces DEI foundations and best practices. This session raises awareness, introduces key concepts, and promotes inclusivity within the organization.
- We will compile a concise report with practical recommendations based on the assessment findings. These recommendations offer tangible steps for the organization to initiate improvements in its DEI efforts.
We will deliver engaging workshop sessions that introduces DEI foundations and fosters the creation of positive spaces within the organization, empowering participants to embrace inclusion.
These are engaging and interactive workshops that boost inclusion by addressing unconscious bias, fostering empathy, and promoting cultural understanding.
A La Carte Options:
- DEI Foundations
- Positive Spaces
- Unconscious Bias
- Inclusive Language Part 1
- Inclusive Language Part 2
- Mental Health and DEI
- And more!
Resources
Elevate Aviation received $460,776 in contribution funding from Women and Gender Equality Canada (WAGE) for Allies in the Workplace.
This project is one of 237 to receive contribution funding through WAGE’s Women’s Program, Feminist Response and Recovery funding.
“Allies in the workplace play an important role in the advancement of women’s careers. This is particularly true in the aviation industry where women are experiencing systemic barriers. Projects that focus on inclusive policies and practices in all sectors, such as the one we’re announcing today from Elevate Aviation, are a key part of building an inclusive Canada.”
The Honourable Marci Ien, P.C., M.P., Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth
This project has been funded by Women and Gender Equality Canada.