Alliance for Women in Media, McLean, USA
From the Global Women's Network
| Alliance for Women in Media, McLean, USA | |
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| Logo: |  |
| Street address: | 1760 Old Meadow Road |
| City: | McLean |
| State or Province: | VA |
| Country: | United States |
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| Location coordinates: | 38° 55' 14" N, 77° 12' 44" WLatitude: 38.92048 Longitude: -77.212327 |
| Executive Director: | Erin M. Fuller, CAE, President |
| Contact number: | (703) 506-3290 |
| Contact email: | info@allwomeninmedia.org |
| Website: | http://www.allwomeninmedia.org |
| Twitter: | http://twitter.com/#!/allwomeninmedia |
| Facebook: | http://www.facebook.com/allwomeninmedia?v=wall |
| Target: | Women |
| Organization type: | National NGO (operating countrywide or advocating at the national level) |
| Sectors: | Media/Journalism |
| Other sectors: | Women in Media and Allied Fields |
| Year founded/registered: | 1951 |
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Summary
The Alliance for Women in Media (AWM) is a non-profit, professional organization of women and men who work in the media and allied fields. With nearly 10,000 community members, the Alliance for Women in Media is proud to represent men and women engaged in all aspects of creating high-quality media and related services.
About
The Alliance for Women in Media harnesses the promise, passion and power of women in all forms of media to empower career development, engage in thought leadership, and drive positive change for our industry and societal progress.
Our Goals:
- Work to improve the quality of the media;
- Promote the entry, development and advancement of women in the media and allied fields;
- Create content that engages people in a dialog about the need for greater diversity and representation in the media industry and related professions; and
- Create or highlight campaigns that fuel societal progress.
The Alliance for Women in Media was formed in 1951 as successor to the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) women's division. NAB voted approval of the new organization, offering complete cooperation and assistance. The following year, more than 280 women gathered to celebrate and approve the structure of American Women in Radio in Television (AWRT). In 2010, the organization changed its name to the Alliance for Women in Media, in order to better represent our commitment to women in all forms of electronic media.
Our Initiatives:
- Content, resources and information that help women in media succeed and lead
- Compelling and salient government and regulatory advocacy
- Provision of key industry updates, with a particular focus on women’s leadership and roles
- Career development
- Professional development
- Cultivation of a personal and professional network via local, national and virtual opportunities for collaboration and lifetime learning
Activities
The Alliance for Women in Media calendar provides members with information on upcoming national and local events as well as important deadlines. Check back regularly to find events in your area.
Events Calendar:
September 2011
13th AWM Symposium: Digital Literacy for Women & Girls
14th-16th RAB/NAB Radio Show - Chicago, IL
19th National Press Club Panel: "Women Report on the Civil War"
November 2011
2nd AWM Symposium: Media Branding to Women
3rd 60th Anniversary Celebration Luncheon - New York, NY
Needs
We’d love to have your help in advancing the impact of women in the media industry. There are several ways for you to get involved:
Subscribe to our e-newsletter, FastForward, which provides updates on women in the media industry, industry events, AWM news and more. Use the 'Keep me Informed' box on the left to sign up.
Spread the word about our many campaigns, such as Empowering America and our recent PSA campaign with the Dove Self-Esteem Fund.
Donate your time and talents at the local level by joining one of our affiliate organizations.
Take advantage of our scholarship and awards opportunities, such as The Gracies and other student opportunities.
Help to sponsor one of our many educational events or awards programs.
