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Taking Flight Advancing Hispanic Employment at the FAA
The FAA provides boundless career opportunities within the aviation sector for people of all backgrounds. In this episode, Migdalia Gonzalez, the Hispanic Employment Program Manager in the FAA’s Office of Civil Rights provides insight on the importance of representation and outreach to attract talent from underrepresented communities.
Tune in to hear how the FAA's educational outreach initiatives empower students to pursue aviation careers. Plus, be inspired by Migdalia's personal journey and discover how she helps Hispanic students find their own path within the dynamic aerospace industry, including guiding them through the complex federal job application process.
Learn how the FAA’s Minority Serving Institutions Internship Program provides opportunities to eligible students from groups that have been underrepresented in Aviation, Aeronautics, and other STEM related industries.
A diverse aerospace workforce contributes to the industry's growth and innovation. Share this impactful episode with your network to join us in advocating for equal opportunities for all and amplifying the message that 'todo es posible' (everything is possible)!
Meet Our Guest:
Migdalia Gonzalez is the Hispanic Employment Program Manager at the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA’s) Office of Civil Rights. She works to develop relationships with external and internal partners and serves as the program advisor and consultant to management on outreach initiatives with a focus on the Hispanic community. Prior to joining the FAA, she was the Supervisory Training Officer at the US Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Office of Housing. She is a master trainer and motivational speaker and has delivered training to both public and private sector organizations. Migdalia is committed to the development of others to create a more diverse and inclusive community for all.
Disclaimer: Reference in this podcast to any specific commercial product, process, service, manufacturer, company, or trademark does not constitute endorsement or recommendation by the U.S. government, Department of Transportation, or Federal Aviation Administration. As an agency of the U.S. government, the FAA cannot endorse or appear to endorse any specific product or service.
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The FAA provides boundless career opportunities within the aviation sector for people of all backgrounds. In this episode, Migdalia Gonzalez, the Hispanic Employment Program Manager in the FAA’s Office of Civil Rights provides insight on the importance of representation and outreach to attract talent from underrepresented communities.
Tune in to hear how the FAA's educational outreach initiatives empower students to pursue aviation careers. Plus, be inspired by Migdalia's personal journey and discover how she helps Hispanic students find their own path within the dynamic aerospace industry, including guiding them through the complex federal job application process.
Learn how the FAA’s Minority Serving Institutions Internship Program provides opportunities to eligible students from groups that have been underrepresented in Aviation, Aeronautics, and other STEM related industries.
A diverse aerospace workforce contributes to the industry's growth and innovation. Share this impactful episode with your network to join us in advocating for equal opportunities for all and amplifying the message that 'todo es posible' (everything is possible)!
Meet Our Guest:
Migdalia Gonzalez is the Hispanic Employment Program Manager at the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA’s) Office of Civil Rights. She works to develop relationships with external and internal partners and serves as the program advisor and consultant to management on outreach initiatives with a focus on the Hispanic community. Prior to joining the FAA, she was the Supervisory Training Officer at the US Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Office of Housing. She is a master trainer and motivational speaker and has delivered training to both public and private sector organizations. Migdalia is committed to the development of others to create a more diverse and inclusive community for all.
Disclaimer: Reference in this podcast to any specific commercial product, process, service, manufacturer, company, or trademark does not constitute endorsement or recommendation by the U.S. government, Department of Transportation, or Federal Aviation Administration. As an agency of the U.S. government, the FAA cannot endorse or appear to endorse any specific product or service.
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