Dreams Soar founder Shaesta Waiz was born in Afghanistan, emigrating as a refugee to the United States as a young girl. She is the first certified female civilian pilot from Afghanistan and the youngest woman to fly solo around the world in a single-engine aircraft, inspiring thousands to follow their dreams. Read more…
Donate to our scholarship fund today to help us reach our next goal of awarding STEM and aviation scholarships to girls and young women around the world. There is a dire need for STEM and aviation professionals and an important need to improve education opportunities globally for women.
From the beginning, Dreams Soar has benefitted from an eager, accomplished, and diverse group of volunteers, including some of the top names in aviation. Our outreach to the global population of females, to say “Yes, you can fly! You can thrive in STEM fields!” is a mission that resonates with this tirelessly dedicated group. Meet our Dream Team…
FEMALE AIRLINE CAPTAINS WORLDWIDE
% OF US STEM PROFESSIONALS THAT ARE FEMALE
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% OF PILOTS WORLDWIDE THAT ARE FEMALE
