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New York Women in Communications (NYWICI), founded in 1929, is the premier organization for female communications professionals. The nonprofit organization has over 2,500 members ranging from senior executives to students, entrepreneurs, and young professionals in a variety of communications disciplines such as journalism, broadcasting, corporate communications, digital, publishing, advertising, integrated marketing, photography, public relations, and graphic design.
The foundation’s mission is to empower women in the communications field at all career stages to reach their full potential and navigate the ever-changing communications landscape. Each year, they award scholarships, ranging from $2,500 to $10,000 to high school seniors, and full-time undergraduate and graduate students. It provides educational programs such as an annual communications boot camp for women starting their careers or transitioning careers. To date, it has given more than $2 million in scholarship support to over 350 women.
NYWICI also gave $47,000 in Pivot Development Grants to 30 deserving women that are self-directed grants to female professionals seeking to advance their careers. New York Women in Communications is dedicated to diversity and inclusion. Scholarships are given based on academic achievement, financial need, and a demonstrated commitment to the field of communication.
1. Show commitment to the field of communications
In your application, make sure to show your commitment to the field of communication. The scholarship is intended for students who want to pursue or advance their careers in communications.
2. Display your academic accomplishments
Academic achievement is one of the criteria used to select scholarship recipients. If you have a lot of academic accomplishments, make sure to include them in your application.
3. Emphasize your engagement in your school community
Students, who are very active in their school community, have a good chance of being chosen. Remember to include your volunteer work in your application.
4. Talk about leadership roles you’ve taken
In your application, make sure to pick the experiences that truly show off your leadership abilities. Talk about the extracurricular leadership roles that demonstrate your ability to take on responsibility.