This International Women's Day we celebrate the incredible women within the RAF community. Read stories of the brave women of WWII, find out about the launch our RAF Association Women's Wellbeing Network, and hear about some of the award-winning women within our community.

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Brave women of WWII - “We had to crawl out through the wreckage”

During WWII more than 640,000 women served in the UK's armed forces, with just over a quarter serving in the Women’s Auxiliary Air Force (WAAF). Many more flew unarmed aircraft, drove ambulances, served as nurses and worked behind enemy lines in the European Resistance in the Special Operations Executive. Here are just a few of their incredible stories.

RAF Association launches Women's Wellbeing Network

Women across the RAF will be offered a safe space to feel seen and heard through the launch of the RAF Association’s Women’s Wellbeing Network. Read how the Network aims to strengthen the resilience and wellbeing of servicewomen and alleviate many of the stressors they may experience, as well as how you can get involved.

Celebrating amazing women in the RAF Association network

International Women’s Day provides us with the opportunity to reflect and appreciate the outstanding work put in by women across our network and highlight the vital role they play in the Association’s success. Read more to find out about some of the award-winning women who contribute to the Association.

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