Alliance for Women in Media Foundation Extends Deadline for the 2022 Gracie Award Entries

January 18, 2022 (New York City/Los Angeles) – The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation (AWMF) has announced that the final deadline to submit entries for the 47^th annual Gracie Awards has been extended until January 27, 2022. The regular deadline, with no additional fee, is January 20, 2022 (11:59 pm ET). The Gracie Awards, presented by the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation, celebrate programming and individual achievement by, for and about women in television, radio/audio and digital media.  Submissions from all facets of media are encouraged.    

The media community has been working tirelessly to keep the public informed the past two years of the ever-evolving pandemic while also learning to produce content in new ways. It is an important time to celebrate storytellers and content creators who are informing, entertaining and creating new ways to engage the audience.  A full list of the categories can be found here.

“We know the circumstances of the past two years led to delivering content to audiences in ways we never expected, which is why we are more committed than ever to honoring the remarkable work that has been created by, for and about women,” says Becky Brooks, AWMF president. “As our biggest fundraiser of the year, the Gracie Awards enable the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation to deliver on its promise of furthering the connection, education and recognition of women in media even during times of uncertainty.”

The Gracie Awards Gala is still currently scheduled for an in-person celebration May 24 at the famed Four Seasons Beverly Wilshire and Gracie Awards Luncheon for June 22 at Cipriani 42^nd Street. AWMF extends gratitude to its ongoing donors and sponsors committed to furthering the mission of the organization including Crown Media Family Networks, CNN, and NCTA – The Internet and Television Association.

The Gracie Awards are also honored to have the leadership of Ms. Heather Cohen, Executive Vice President, The Weiss Agency; Annie Howell, Chief Communications Officer, Crown Media Family Networks; and Mike McVay, McVay Media Consulting as Gracies Co-Chairs and Mr. Vicangelo Bulluck serving as Executive Producer.

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The 2022 Gracie Awards entry eligibility air dates are from January 1, 2021, through December 31, 2021. Entry details, including pricing and updated categories, can be viewed at https://allwomeninmedia.org/gracies/call-for-entries/.

The application to judge content for The Gracie Awards is available until January 28, 2022. Learn more about Gracies judging and view the application at https://allwomeninmedia.org/gracies/judging/.

About the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation: In 1960, the Alliance for Women in Media became the first professional broadcasting organization to establish an educational foundation. The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation (formerly known as The Foundation of American Women in Radio & Television) supports and promotes educational programs, charitable activities, public service campaigns and scholarships to benefit the public, the electronic media and allied fields. The Foundation also produces nationally acclaimed recognition programs, including the Gracie Awards®, a gala that honors exemplary programming created by, for or about women. The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit, educational organization. For the latest news on the Gracies, follow The Gracies on Twitter and Facebook. For more information about the Gracie Awards and to submit your entries, please visit www.allwomeninmedia.org/gracies.  

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CONTACT:

Becky Brooks

President

Becky.Brooks@allwomeninmedia.org

Ph: 859.226.4240

AWM Connects Mentorship Program

AWM Connects is an exciting new virtual mentoring program that will connect young/new professionals with senior level executives throughout television, radio, and digital media.

The event will be held on December 15th from 12-1pm ET and will include an opportunity for mentees and mentors to interact. We will also be connecting mentees with mentors for a one-on-one conversation after the event is over. (While we cannot guarantee you will be paired with a specific mentor, we will ask for preferences when making the connections post-event.)

Mentors will be members of the AWM and AWM Foundation Board of Directors as well as high-level executives specifically selected to match up with the mentees that apply for the program.

Mentees interested in participating in this inaugural program should apply by December 1st. For more information and the application, please visit the AWM Connects page.

Because of the generous support of our Presenting Sponsors, Ford Motor Company and Ziploc Accessory Bags, we are able to host this event for FREE for all selected applicants. Our thanks and appreciation go out to Ford and Ziploc for their continued support of the Alliance for Women in Media’s mission to support women across all media segments, expand networks, continue education, and celebrate accomplishments.

Alliance for Women in Media Foundation Announces 47th Gracie Awards Call for Entries Open

November 8, 2021 (New York City/Los Angeles) – The Gracie Awards, presented by the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation (AWMF), is proud to open the call for entries for the 47th Annual Gracie Awards. AWMF is also pleased to announce Crown Media as a Diamond Sponsor of the 2022 Gracies.

“The Gracie Awards celebrate and honor truly exceptional content by, for and about women. We know the circumstances of this year made production much more difficult, which is why we are more committed that ever to honor the remarkable work by so many in our creative community”, says Becky Brooks AWMF president. “As our most important fundraiser of the year, the Gracies enables the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation to deliver on its promise of further the connection, education and recognition of women in media, even during difficult times.”

Serving again as chairs for the 2022 Gracie Awards are Heather Cohen, executive vice president, The Weiss Agency and AWM/F Board member, Annie Howell, chief communications officer, Crown Media Family Networks and AWM/F Board member and Mike McVay, president, McVay Media Consulting. Vicangelo Bulluck, an Emmy Award-winning, seasoned veteran in awards production, has produced the Gracie Awards since 2016 and will return to produce the Gracie Awards in 2022.

The 2021 Gracie Awards were celebrated through an ongoing virtual experience. Highlights of the 2021 Virtual Gracies included honoring outstanding and powerful talent such as: Jewel as the Gracies Impact Award recipient; Taylor Swift with a Grand Award for folklore: the long pond studio session; Kelly Clarkson of The Kelly Clarkson Show; Gayle King of CBS News; Hoda Kotb & Jenna Bush Hager of TODAY with Hoda & Jenna; Sara Sidner of CNN Race & Unrest in America; and, Tracee Ellis Ross, Anthony Anderson and NAME, accepting on behalf of black-ish. The evening also included a special tribute celebration the 70^th anniversary of the Alliance for Women in Media. Simone Biles, Glennon Doyle and many other presenters joined Lauren Ash, from Superstore, as our host and CeCe Winans as entertainment for the night. Footage from the virtual experiences can be found at https://allwomeninmedia.org/gracies/2021-gracie-awards-content/ .

The 2022 Gracie Awards entry eligibility air dates are from January 1, 2021 through December 31, 2021. Early Bird rates for entries end on December 16, 2021, at 11:59 PM Eastern. The deadline for all entries is January 20, 2022, at 11:59 PM Eastern. Entry details including pricing, updated categories can be viewed at https://allwomeninmedia.org/gracies/call-for-entries/. 

With the generous of support of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association and SiriusXM, scholarships will be provided to content creators in need of support to enter for consideration. Learn more about the scholarship at https://allwomeninmedia.org/gracies/call-for-entries/.   

To see more information about the Gracie Awards, visit https://allwomeninmedia.org/gracies/. The application to judge the Gracies will be available soon.

About the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation: In 1960, the Alliance for Women in Media became the first professional broadcasting organization to establish an educational foundation. The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation (formerly known as The Foundation of American Women in Radio & Television) supports and promotes educational programs, charitable activities, public service campaigns and scholarships to benefit the public, the electronic media and allied fields. The Foundation also produces nationally acclaimed recognition programs, including the Gracie Awards®, a gala that honors exemplary programming created by, for or about women. The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit, educational organization. For the latest news on the Gracies, follow The Gracies on Twitter and Facebook. For more information about the Gracie Awards and to submit your entries, please visit www.allwomeninmedia.org/gracies.  

CONTACT:

Becky Brooks

President

Becky.Brooks@allwomeninmedia.org 

Ph: 202.750.3664

TAYLOR SWIFT, JEWEL & LAUREN ASH RECEIVE SPECIAL HONORS AT THE 46TH ANNUAL GRACIE AWARDS

Virtual Gala Hosted by Lauren Ash featured Performances by Jewel and CeCe Winans, and Celebrated 46th Gracie Award Winners Tracee Ellis Ross, Kelly Clarkson, Hillary Rodham Clinton, Erin Andrews & More

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Watch the 46th Annual Gracie Awards Here!

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ALLIANCE FOR WOMEN IN MEDIA FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES HOST, PERFORMERS, NEW DATE AND FORMAT FOR THE 46TH ANNUAL GRACIE AWARDS

ALLIANCE FOR WOMEN IN MEDIA FOUNDATION announces host, performers, new date and format for the 46th annual Gracie Awards

Lauren Ash to Host the Virtual Awards on Tuesday, October 5
Featuring Special Performances by Jewel and CeCe Winans
Honorees include Taylor Swift, Robin Roberts, Secretary Hillary Rodham Clinton, Kelly Clarkson & More

LOS ANGELES, CA (September 16, 2021) – The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation (AWM) announced the 46th Annual Gracie Awards program will now take place virtually on Tuesday, October 5, 2021 at 7:00 PM ET/PT. Hosted by actress and comedian Lauren Ash, the annual gala will feature performances by GRAMMY-nominated singer-songwriter Jewel and GRAMMY award-winning American Gospel Singer CeCe Winans, honoring this year’s award winner’s whose work continues to influence and further the achievements of all women in media.

This year’s awards coincide with AWM’s 70th anniversary, which includes the launch of a VOICES OF COURAGE digital tapestry, a commemorative logo and a social media campaign using #VoicesOfCourage and #70YearsOfCourage. Since its inception in 1951, AWM, originally known as American Women in Radio and Television (AWRT), has been committed to inspiring, educating, celebrating accomplishments and expanding networks of women across all segments of media.

“Lauren’s comedic spirit and incredibly talented performers will create a Gracies to remember… and worthy of our 70th anniversary celebration,” said Becky Brooks, President, Alliance for Women in Media Foundation. “We will inspire and entertain our friends, fans, and followers with this year’s virtual event, and look forward to raising a glass together, in person next year to celebrate the accomplishments of women in media.”

In the sixth consecutive year as Executive Producer, Vicangelo Bulluck will spotlight these prolific women in the industry who continue to inspire and support others, break down barriers, and lead by example in creating opportunities for future generations.

Tune-in on Tuesday, October 5 at 7:00 ET/PT at @AllWomenInMedia on Facebook.

Sponsors of the Gracie Awards include Crown Media, Ziploc ®, CNN, Apple Music, FOX Sports, Premiere Networks, Katz Media Group, NCTA – The Internet & Television Association, Meruelo Media, Beasley Media Group, Marketplace and TEGNA.

The Alliance for Women in Media Celebrates Monumental 70th Anniversary

The celebration includes a VOICES OF COURAGE tapestry, a commemorative logo and a social media campaign, using #VoicesOfCourage and #70YearsOfCourage

New York City/Los Angeles (July 15, 2021) – The Alliance for Women in Media (AWM) announces a celebration of the organization’s 70^th anniversary, which includes the launch of a VOICES OF COURAGE digital tapestry, a commemorative logo and a social media campaign, using #VoicesOfCourage and #70YearsOfCourage. Since its inception in 1951, AWM, originally known as American Women in Radio and Television (AWRT), has been committed to inspiring, educating, celebrating accomplishments and expanding networks of women across all segments of media.

AWM is the aggregation of all women’s voices in media, and the leaders of the organization know that every voice is not only different, but rich in its individual context. In order to share these narratives in an even more personal and meaningful way, AWM has developed a new website, which has been titled, “Voices.” AWM’s leadership encourages media professionals to join the celebration by contributing to the tapestry. To view the VOICES OF COURAGE tapestry and add the individual who inspires you, visit celebrateawm.org.

“The Alliance for Women in Media was founded by courageous women 70 years ago and has been led by courageous women (and men) ever since. It is fitting that we are celebrating 70 years of courage in tandem with recognizing the unparalleled determination and bravery shown by frontline journalists over the last year through the 46^th Annual Gracie Awards,” said Becky Brooks, President, AWM/F. “This marks an important year in our organization’s history, and we are committed to supporting and advancing women in media for another 70 years.”

In 1960, the Alliance for Women in Media formed an educational foundation – the first of its kind established by any professional broadcasting organization, and in 1975, the Foundation began an annual awards program, recognizing outstanding content created by, for and about women. In 1997 those awards became The Gracies, named after Gracie Allen, a media pioneer who embodied the character of the awards. Learn more about The Gracie Awards at https://allwomeninmedia.org/gracies/.

Sponsors of the 70^th Anniversary Celebration include WWE, Crown Media Family Networks, CNN, Ford Motor Company Fund, Katz Media Group, NCTA – The Internet and Television Association and Ziploc®.

If you are interested in supporting the next 70 years of AWM or sponsoring a square on the tapestry, visit https://allwomeninmedia.org/foundation/make-a-donation/.

To learn more about AWM, visit https://allwomeninmedia.org/about/.

About the Alliance for Women in Media (AWM): The Alliance for Women in Media connects, recognizes and inspires women across the media industry. AWM is a diverse community – whether type of media, job or global location – that facilitates industry-wide collaboration, education, and innovation. Established in 1951 as American Women in Radio & Television (AWRT), AWM is the longest-established professional association dedicated to advancing women in media and entertainment. AWM 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.

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Thank you to the generous sponsors of the 70th Anniversary Celebration.

46th ANNUAL GRACIE AWARDS WINNERS ANNOUNCED BY THE ALLIANCE FOR WOMEN IN MEDIA FOUNDATION

HONOREES INCLUDE KERRY WASHINGTON, CATHERINE O’HARA, LENA WAITHE, KELLY CLARKSON, HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON, DEDE MCGUIRE, ERIN ANDREWS, BLACK-ISH, MRS. AMERICA, FOLKLORE & CBS THIS MORNING’S “BREONNA TAYLOR: HER LIFE, DEATH AND LEGACY”

Awards Ceremony to take place on September 27 at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel

LOS ANGELES, CA (June 9, 2021) – The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation (AWMF) announced the winners of the 46th Annual Gracie Awards. The Gracie Awards Gala will take place September 27, 2021 at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel in Los Angeles and will honor some of the most talented women in television, radio and digital media, including Kerry Washington, Catherine O’Hara, Lena Waithe, Kelly Clarkson, Hillary Rodham Clinton, DeDe McGuire, Danielle Monaro and Erin Andrews. This year’s ceremony will also recognize entertainment and news programming that addressed timely topics and social issues, including TODAY Show, CBS This Morning, black-ish, Mrs. America and folklore: the long pond studio sessions.

Erin Andrews, Lindsay Czarniak, Sara Sidner and Danielle Monaro have recorded special messages of appreciation:

“Throughout this important year, we have enjoyed some of the most compelling content in our history. We were informed, enlightened and entertained by women in media across all platforms,” said Becky Brooks, President, Alliance for Women in Media Foundation. “As we celebrate AWM’s 70th anniversary, we are thrilled to honor this incredible group of women who have demonstrated their commitment to sharing emotionally-charged, timely and compelling content. We look forward to reconvening in person to recognize these incredible achievements and brave storytelling.”

The Gracies recognize exemplary programming created by, for and about women in radio, television, cable and interactive media. Honorees are selected in national, local and student markets, including both commercial and non-commercial outlets. In lieu of the Gracie Awards Luncheon, which will no longer take place in person on June 26 in New York City, local and student award winners will be recognized virtually. An alternate in-person celebration is currently being evaluated.

In the sixth consecutive year as Executive Producer, Vicangelo Bulluck will spotlight these prolific women in the industry who continue to inspire and support others, break down barriers, and lead by example in creating opportunity for future generations.

Sponsors of The Gracies include Ziploc®, Crown Media Family Networks, CNN, NCTA – the Internet and Television Association, Katz Media Group and Beasley Media Group.

The complete winners list is below. Honorees are listed in alphabetical order within each category. To view the complete list of award recipients and honorable mentions visit allwomeninmedia.org.

TELEVISION NATIONAL HONOREES

24 Hours: Assault On the Capitol (ABC News and Hulu)

ABC NEWS

Frontline – Special Report [TV – National]

60 in 6: Covid and Domestic Abuse

CBS News

Investigative Feature [TV – National]

60 Minutes: Talking to the Past

CBS News

Soft News Feature [TV – National]

Alexa Mansour & Aliyah Royale (The Walking Dead: World Beyond)

AMC Networks

Actress in a Breakthrough Role- Drama [TV – National]

Bess Kalb, Karen Chee, Akilah Green, Franchesca Ramsey, Jocelyn Richard (Yearly Departed)

Amazon Studios

Writer Scripted- Comedy [TV – National]

Between the World and Me

HBO

Special [TV – National]

black-ish

Disney Television Studios

Comedy [TV – National]

Bravery and Hope: 7 Days on the Front Line (CBS News Special)

CBS News

Documentary- Covid Special [TV – National]

Breonna Taylor: Her Life, Death and Legacy (CBS This Morning)

CBS News

Hard News Feature- Interview [TV – National]

Caitriona Balfe (Outlander)

Starz

Actress in a Leading Role – Drama [TV – National]

Catherine O’Hara (Schitt’s Creek)

Not a Real Company Productions, Inc., Pop TV, CBC

Actress in a Leading Role – Comedy or Musical [TV – National]

Catherine Reitman (Workin’ Moms)

Wolf + Rabbit Entertainment ULC

Showrunner Fiction- Comedy [TV – National]

Cecilia Peck, Inbal B. Lessner (Seduced: Inside the NXIVM Cult)

Starz

Showrunner Nonfiction [TV – National]

Erin Andrews (FOX NFL)

FOX Sports

On-Air Talent – Sports [TV – National]

Eve Lindley (Dispatches from Elsewhere)

AMC Networks

Actress in a Supporting Role – Made for TV Movie or Limited Series [TV – National]

folklore: the long pond studio sessions

Disney+

Grand Award for Special or Variety [TV – National]

Gina Brillon (Gina Brillon: The Floor is Lava)

Amazon Prime Video & Comedy Dynamics

Variety [TV – National]

Hear Her Voice (Nightline)

ABC NEWS

Hard News Feature [TV – National]

Hoda Kotb & Jenna Bush Hager (TODAY with Hoda & Jenna)

TODAY Show/NBC News

On-Air Talent – Lifestyle, Entertainment [TV – National]

Jessica Goldberg (AWAY)

True Jack Productions USA, Sixth and Idaho, Refuge Inc.

Showrunner Fiction- Drama [TV – National]

Julie Anne Robinson (Bridgerton)

Netflix

Director [TV – National]

Kate Redding (TODAY Show)

TODAY Show/NBC News

Producer- News [TV – National]

Katie Hinman (On The Trail: Inside the 2020 Primaries)

CNN

Producer- Documentary /Unscripted / Non-Fiction [TV-National]

Kerry Washington (Little Fires Everywhere)

Disney Television Studios

Actress in a Leading Role – Made for TV Movie or Limited Series [TV – National]

Lena Waithe (The Chi)

Showtime Networks, Inc. & Hillman Grad Productions

Writer Scripted- Drama [TV – National]

Maitreyi Ramakrishnan (Never Have I Ever)

Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group

Actress in a Breakthrough Role- Comedy [TV – National]

Mariana van Zeller (Trafficked with Mariana van Zeller)

National Geographic

Reporter/Correspondent [TV – National]

Martha Raddatz

ABC NEWS

Frontline – Reporter/Correspondent [TV – National]

Mary Mazzio (A MOST BEAUTIFUL THING)

50 Eggs Films

Writer Unscripted [TV – National]

Monica Dávila (Santiago of the Seas)

Nickelodeon

Director- Family [TV – National]

Morgan Radford (Nightly News, TODAY Show, MSNBC, Noticias Telemundo)

NBC News

On-Air Talent – News or News Magazine [TV – National]

Mrs. America

FX Networks

Ensemble Cast [TV – National]

Mrs. America

FX Networks

Limited Series  [TV – National]

Not Done: Women Remaking America

PBS/Verizon Media Group/McGee Media

Documentary [TV – National]

Play Like A Girl (ESPN’s College GameDay)

ESPN – Features Unit

Sports Feature [TV – National]

Robin Roberts’ exclusive interview with Judge Esther Salas (Good Morning America)

ABC NEWS

Interview Feature [TV – National]

Sally Woodward Gentle (Killing Eve)

BBC AMERICA

Producer- Entertainment [TV – National]

Sara Sidner (Race & Unrest in America)

CNN

News Feature Series [TV – National]

SC Featured: Women In Sports – The Trailblazers

ESPN – Features Unit

Sports Program [TV – National]

SciGirls (Code Concert)

Twin Cities PBS

Family Series [TV – National]

Selenis Leyva (Diary of a Future President)

CBS Studios

Actress in a Supporting Role – Comedy or Musical [TV- National]

Shannon Thornton (P-Valley)

Starz

Actress in a Supporting Role – Drama [TV – National]

Taste the Nation with Padma Lakshmi

Hulu, Part 2 Pictures, Delicious Entertainment

Non-Fiction Entertainment [TV – National]

The Clark Sisters: First Ladies of Gospel

Lifetime

Made for Television Movie [TV – National]

The Kelly Clarkson Show

NBCUniversal Syndication Studios

Talk Show – Entertainment [TV – National]

This Is Us

Disney Television Studios

Drama [TV – National]

TODAY Show

TODAY Show/NBC News

News Program [TV – National]

VICE on Showtime

VICE News and Showtime

News Magazine [TV – National]

RADIO NATIONAL HONOREES

Allison Keyes (Weekend Roundup)

CBS News Radio

Frontline – Special Report [Radio National]

Alzheimer’s in Color (Latino USA)

Futuro Media

Documentary [Radio – Nationally Syndicated Non-Commercial]

Cami McCormick and Deborah Rodriguez (CBS World News Roundup)

CBS News Radio

Crisis Coverage [Radio – National Syndicated Commercial]

China’s Coronavirus Crisis (All Things Considered)

NPR (National Public Radio)

Crisis Coverage/Breaking News [Radio – Nationally Syndicated Non-Commercial]

Danielle Monaro (Elvis Duran and the Morning Show)

iHeartMedia/Premiere Networks

Co-host [Radio – Nationally Syndicated Commercial]

DeDe McGuire (DeDe in the Morning)

Compass Media Networks / Service Broadcasting Group

Host/Personality [Radio – Nationally Syndicated Commercial]

Estelle (The Estelle Show)

Apple Music Radio

Host/Personality- Digital Streaming [Radio – Nationally Syndicated Commercial]

Hilary Kramer (Hilary Kramer’s Millionaire Maker)

Salem Media Group

Weekend Host / Personality- Talk Host [ Radio – Nationally Syndicated Commercial ]

Ina Jaffe (Morning Edition/Weekend Edition)

NPR (National Public Radio)

Reporter / Correspondent / Host [Radio – Nationally Syndicated Non-Commercial]

Jessica Beck (Snapshots from Black America)

BBC Radio 4

Producer [Radio – Nationally Syndicated Non-Commercial]

Jill Schlesinger (Jill on Money)

CBS News Radio

Talk Show [Radio – Nationally Syndicated Commercial]

Karen Travers (ABC News)

ABC NEWS

Outstanding News Anchor [ Radio – Nationally Syndicated Commercial ]

Lindsay Czarniak (Important Conversations with Lindsay Czarniak)

SiriusXM

News Feature [Radio – Nationally Syndicated Commercial]

Lisa Abramowicz (Generation Interrupted)

Bloomberg LP

Special [Radio – Nationally Syndicated Commercial]

Lulu Garcia-Navarro & Peter Breslow (Weekend Edition Sunday)

NPR (National Public Radio)

Public Affairs [Radio – Nationally Syndicated Non-Commercial]

Marla Gibbs: A Living Treasure (Café Mocha Radio)

Miles Ahead Broadcasting/Compass Media Networks

Interview Feature [Radio – Nationally Syndicated Commercial]

Noel King (How A Mother Protects Her Black Teenage Son From The World)

NPR (National Public Radio)

Interview Feature [Radio – Nationally Syndicated Non-Commercial]

Reconciling History: The Ordeal of One Last Surviving “Sex Slave” of Wartime Philippines (Weekend Edition Sunday)

NPR (National Public Radio)

Investigative Feature [Radio – Nationally Syndicated Non-Commercial]

Reema Khrais (This Is Uncomfortable)

Marketplace – American Public Media

News Feature [Radio – Nationally Syndicated Non-Commercial]

Roula Christie (WEEKENDS WITH ROULA)

Westwood One

Weekend Host / Personality- Music Host [ Radio – Nationally Syndicated Commercial ]

Stuck-At-Home Moms: The Pandemic’s Devastating Toll On Women (All Things Considered & Morning Edition)

NPR (National Public Radio)

Series [Radio – Nationally Syndicated Non-Commercial]

Victoria Balestrieri (Make Way – A Celebration of Women’s Basketball)

SiriusXM

Producer – Talk [Radio Nationally Syndicated Commercial]

DIGITAL MEDIA NATIONAL HONOREES

Amicus Presents: The Class of RBG

Slate

Original Online Programming – Standalone Audio [DM – National]

Brooke Thomas (The Black Report)

Meruelo Media

Frontline – Original Online Programming – News/Documentary [DM – National]

Carol Sutton Lewis (Ground Control Parenting with Carol Sutton Lewis)

Ground Control Parenting

Podcast – Educational [DM – National]

Caroline Fairchild (Working Together)

LinkedIn News

Blog [DM – National]

CNN Style

CNN Digital

Website – Information/Entertainment [DM – National]

Creators for Change on Girls’ Education with Michelle Obama

YouTube Originals

Original Online Programming – Video Series [DM – National]

HerMoney.com

HerMoney Media, Inc.

Website – News [DM – National]

Hillary Clinton (You And Me Both with Hillary Clinton)

iHeartRadio

Podcast Host – Entertainment [ DM – National ]

Kavitha A. Davidson (The Lead)

Wondery & The Athletic

Podcast – Sports [DM – National]

Liz Oliva Fernández (The War on Cuba)

Belly of the Beast

Online Video Host / Correspondent / Actress [DM – National]

Malika Bilal (The Take)

Al Jazeera Digital, Audio

Podcast Host – News [ DM – National ]

MOBITUARIES: Anna May Wong – Death of a Trailblazer (CBS Sunday Morning)

CBS News

Podcast – Entertainment [DM – National]

#IAMVANESSAGUILLEN (Real America with Jorge Ramos)

Univision News

Original Online Programming – Standalone Video [DM – National]

Somebody

Topic Studios, The Intercept, and the Invisible Institute

Podcast – Investigative [ DM – National ]

Stephanie Wittels Wachs, Jackie Danziger, Jessica Cordova Kramer (Last Day (Season 2))

Lemonada Media

Podcast Producer  [DM – National]

The Lakota Daughters

Voice of America

Original Online Programming – News/Documentary [DM – National]

The Michelle Obama Podcast

Spotify & Higher Ground

Podcast – Lifestyle [DM – National]

Tika Sumpter and Thai Randolph (The Suga)

Stitcher

Podcast Co-host/Ensemble [DM – National]

Zahra Rasool (Still Here)

AJ Contrast, Al Jazeera Digital

Online Producer [DM – National]

TELEVISION LOCAL HONOREES

Ashley Stroehlein (Dancing Through the Fight of a Lifetime)

WCNC Charlotte

Sports Feature [TV – Local]

Grace Chimel

WUSA9

Director [TV – Local]

JC Whittington (Daisy Fields)

WUSA9

Soft News Feature [TV – Local]

Jessica Miller (A Turning Point: The Healing Power of Poetry)

WKYC

Producer – Scripted / Edited / Live [TV – Local]

Kirstin Garriss (Black in America: Generational Pain & Healing)

Fox13 Memphis – Cox Media Group

On-Air Talent [TV – Local]

Lori Jane Gliha (Police, Paramedics, and Ketamine: What Happened to Elijah McClain?)

KDVR/FOX31

Investigative Feature [TV – Local]

Ocoee Massacre

WFTV-CHANNEL 9

Documentary [TV – Local]

Race in Chicago

WMAQ-TV

News Program [TV – Local]

Robin Wilhoit Elizabeth Sims (Ten News at 5/ What it is like to be in a Covid-19 Vaccine Trial)

WBIR-TV

Hard News Feature [TV – Local]

Sia Nyorkor (The Next 400: #DefendBlackWomen)

WOIO-TV

News Magazine [TV – Local]

WUSA9 Inauguration Day (WUSA9 11pm – Inauguration Day)

WUSA9

Frontline – Special Report [TV – Local]

RADIO NON-COMMERCIAL LOCAL HONOREES

Angela King (No more haircuts: Stylist says closing salons is right thing to do to stop COVID-19)

KUOW Puget Sound Public Radio

Interview Feature [Radio – Non-Commercial Local]

Bonnie Petrie (Petrie Dish)

Texas Public Radio

Host/Anchor [Radio – Non-Commercial Local]

Carson Frame

Texas Public Radio & The American Homefront Project

Reporter/Correspondent [Radio – Non-Commercial Local]

Daniella Cheslow (In Virginia, A Family Tragedy Stirs New Life In A Burial Ground For The Enslaved)

WAMU

News Feature [Radio – Non-Commercial Local]

Fernanda Camerena (Petrie Dish)

Texas Public Radio & The Texas Newsroom

Producer [Radio – Non-Commercial Local]

Going Flat or Building New Breasts: Two Women’s Post Mastectomy Stories (Audacious)

Connecticut Public Radio

Talk Show [Radio – Non-Commercial Local]

Gwynne Hogan (WNYC/Gothamist)

WNYC/Gothamist

Crisis Coverage [Radio – Non-Commercial Local]

Postcards From The Pandemic

ideastream

Series [Radio Non – Commercial Local]

Victoria Chamberlin (How This Army Officer Is Memorializing Her Stillborn Daughter Through Music)

WAMU

Portrait/Biography [Radio – Non-Commercial Local]

‘Why Can’t I Breathe?’ How Systemic Racism Makes COVID-19 Worse For Communities Of Color

Texas Public Radio & The Texas Newsroom

Special [Radio – Non-Commercial Local]

RADIO LOCAL HONOREES

Alex Razo (Wake Up Call  / The Bill Handel Show)

KFI AM 640

Producer [Radio – Local]

Amanda Orlando (Jim & Amanda on WARM98.5)

CUMULUS MEDIA BROADCASTING

Co-host (Music DJ/ Personality) Medium [Radio – Local]

Annie Frey (The Annie Frey Show on 971FMTalk)

Audacy

Host Non-Morning Drive (Talk/Personality) Large/Major Market [Radio – Local]

Brigitte Quinn (The Wedding)

1010 WINS

Interview Feature [Radio – Local]

Chaos In The Capitol, A Nation Divided

WCBS-AM/Audacy New York

Frontline – Special Report [Radio Local]

Covid Community Help

Cox Media Group

Public Service Announcement- Community Giveback [Radio – Local]

KNX News (Emily Valdez)

KNX AM

Breaking News [Radio – Local]

Help for Domestic Abuse Victims During The Pandemic Shutdown (Sonstein Sunday) (Shelli Sonstein)

WAXQ-FM IHeartRadio USA

Public Affairs- Crisis Coverage [Radio – Local]

Holly Quan

KCBS RADIO (Audacy-San Francisco)

Outstanding News Anchor [ Radio – Local]

Jamie Morris (Jamie & You)

Connoisseur Media LLC

Host – Morning Drive – Medium Market [Radio – Local]

Jillene Khan (Jillene Khan on Magic 98)

Mid-West Family Broadcasting

Host Non-Morning Drive (Music DJ/Personality) Small Market [Radio – Local]

Juliet Huddy (Curtis & Juliet)

WABC Radio

Frontline – Reporter/Correspondent [Radio Local]

Kelly Ford (Kelly Ford in the Morning)

Audacy

Host Morning Drive- Major Market [Radio – Local]

Lori Voornas (Lori Voornas-WJBQ-Portland)

Townsquare Media

Host – Morning Drive – Small Market [Radio – Local]

Maggie Gray (The Moose and Maggie Show)

Audacy New York

Co-host (Talk/Personality) Large/Major [Radio – Local]

Marci Wiser (95.5 KLOS/Los Angeles/Rock Format)

Meruelo Media

Host Non-Morning Drive (Music DJ/Personality) Major Market [Radio – Local]

Megan Lynch (The COVID Recession – Worse for Women)

Audacy/KMOX

Hard News Feature [Radio – Local]

myTalk’s Project Down & Dirty Classic Radio Drama

KTMY-FM (United States of America)

Public Service Announcement [Radio – Local]

Sue Purnell  “Big Sue” (WHRK-FM)

iHeartMedia Memphis

Host Non-Morning Drive (Music DJ/Personality) Medium Market [Radio – Local]

Susy Solis (KRLD Difference Makers)

Audacy

Soft News Feature [Radio – Local]

The Gabe And Nina Morning Show (Nina Hajian)

Audacy Chicago

Crisis Coverage [Radio – Local]

VOICES with Pebbles (Pebbles)

Beasley Media Group

Public Affairs [Radio – Local]

TELEVISION STUDENT HONOREES

Andrea L. Cabrera (Newsline)

Brigham Young University

On-Air Talent [TV – Student]

Carly Wasserlein (Newsline)

Brigham Young University

Director [TV – Student]

Courtney Adema and Julia Wachtel (Hofstra Today)

Hofstra University

Producer [TV – Student]

Healthcare’s New Home: A Barbershop Story (Sidni Espinosa)

University of Maryland College Park

Hard News Feature [TV – Student]

Local artist memorializes lives lost to COVID-19 (Kelsey Mannix)

Capital News Service

Soft News Feature [TV – Student]

The Flyover State (Amelia Jarecke)

University of Maryland College Park

Documentary [TV – Student]

RADIO STUDENT HONOREES

Katie Francis (Katie Francis – The Rowan Report)

Rowan Radio 89.7 WGLS-FM

Host/Personality [Radio – Student]

Natalie Khait (First Female District Attorney in Nassau County Inspires & Encourages More Women to Enter Politics)

Radio Hofstra University – WRHU FM / WRHU.org

Interview Feature [Radio – Student]

Nora Thomas (IS COVID-19 FORCING DISPLACEMENT IN LOW-INCOME AREAS?)

WFUV / Fordham University

News Feature [Radio – Student]

Rylee Meyer and Alexandra Cann (The Social Media Effect)

Rowan Radio 89.7 WGLS-FM

Public Affairs [Radio – Student]

Women in Politics / Double Standards – A League of Our Own (Eli Finkelson)

Radio Hofstra University – WRHU FM / WRHU.org

Talk Show [Radio – Student]

Zia Kelly, Madison Conte, Hannah France, Isabella Paxton, Veronica Mohesky, Alec Stutson, Jane Mather-Glass, Olivia Moses (The Check-In)

KBIA

Producer [Radio – Student]

DIGITAL MEDIA STUDENT HONOREES

Carmen Collins (WFUV NEWS PRESENTS: STAYING SAFE AND SANE)

WFUV / Fordham University

Online Producer [DM – Student]

Madison Lawson (The Obvious Question)

KBIA

Podcast Host [DM – Student]

ViewFinder Season #12 (ViewFinder Spring 2020 Virtual Screening)

ViewFinder of Capital News Service at University of Maryland, College Park

Original Online Programming [DM – Student]

About The Gracie Awards

The Gracies Awards is the largest fundraiser of the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation (formerly known as The Foundation of American Women in Radio & Television) which supports and promotes educational programs, and scholarships to benefit the media, the public and allied fields. In addition to giving $20,000 a year away in scholarships to deserving female students, the Foundation also produces the nationally acclaimed recognition program – the Gracie Awards which honors exemplary programming created by, for and about women. The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation has created partnerships and joint initiatives with the Emma Bowen Foundation, the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB), NCTA – The Cable and Telecommunications Association and other organizations that are philosophically aligned with the mission of the Foundation. For more information about The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation and the Gracie Awards please visit allwomeninmedia.org and follow on Twitter (@AllWomeninMedia), (#TheGracies), Instagram (@allwomeninmedia) and Facebook.

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The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation Opens Applications for 2021 Scholarship Program

April 15, 2021 (New York City/Los Angeles) – The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation (AWMF) Scholarship Program is now accepting applications for the 2021 fall semester.  In partnership with the Ford Motor Company Fund, The Loreen Arbus Foundation, and NCTA – The Internet and Television Association, AWMF recognizes and supports future generations of women in media with over $20,000 in scholarships awarded annually.

“For years, these generous partners have stood with AWMF to support, encourage, and promote women in the media industry at every level, and we are proud to continue that tradition of advancing women in media,” says Heather Cohen, Chair, AWM/F Board of Directors. “Now, more than ever, we are proud to provide deserving young women the opportunity to complete their education and meet their full potential.”

The AWMF Scholarship Program opportunities include:

Ford Emerging Voices Scholarship

In partnership with the Ford Motor Company Fund, the “Emerging Voices” Scholarship consists of one $4,000 scholarship for a student pursuing a media career as a producer, writer, director or on the business side of media companies in areas such as television, radio, digital media, streaming, publishing, advertising, and production, made payable directly to the student’s educational institute in the name of Ford Motor Company Fund for the 2021 fall academic semester. The selected winner will be given the opportunity to be mentored by an Alliance for Women in Media Board member. Winning submissions will be featured on AWM’s website and social networks. The mission of the Ford Motor Company fund is to strengthen communities and help make people’s lives better. Education is the foundation for success. It is key to making lives better, creating social change and building sustainable communities. That’s why Ford Fund invests more than $16 million annually to support educational initiatives that empower people to envision and lead change in their communities or in their own lives.

Ford Empowering America Scholarship

In partnership with the Ford Motor Company Fund, the “Empowering America” Scholarship program consists of one $5,000 scholarship for a winning student pursuing a media career as talent in front of the camera or microphone in an area such as television, radio, or digital media, made payable directly to the student’s educational institute in the name of Ford Motor Company Fund for the 2021 fall academic semester. The selected winner will be given the opportunity to work with the Ford Motor Company Fund to conduct interviews as part of the Faces of Ford Fund program. Winning submissions will be featured on AWM’s website and social networks.

Loreen Arbus Foundation & AWMF Scholarship

The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation engaged in a partnership with The Loreen Arbus Foundation to focus on the needs, achievements, contributions, and stories of citizens with disabilities. The Loreen Arbus Foundation and AWMF Scholarship provides a deserving female communications/media undergraduate or graduate student with a scholarship to their educational institution for $2,500 and a ticket to attend an upcoming AWM event. Winning submissions will be featured on AWM’s website and social networks.  The Loreen Arbus Foundation supports a broad scope of interests including advocacy for women and girls, scientific and medical research, minorities, people with disabilities, gender and racial equality in media, the arts, animal rights, and global peace. The Foundation has established and funds many scholarships that both enhance and elevate social consciousness around key societal issues. Loreen Arbus holds the trailblazing distinction of being the first woman to head programming for a U.S. network, a feat accomplished twice (both at Showtime and Cable Health Network/Lifetime).

NCTA & AWMF Scholarship

The NCTA – The Internet and Television Association & AWMF Scholarship allows a deserving female communications/media undergraduate or graduate student to create an original piece (essay, digital short, video, animation, multi-media or other concept chosen by the student) that will be featured in NCTA and AWMF media distribution channels. In addition, the chosen student will receive a scholarship to their educational institution for $5,000 and a ticket to attend an upcoming AWM event. This scholarship serves to fund a promising student’s education as well as to provide a unique and compelling piece for her resume. NCTA believes in a technology and entertainment future that will advance innovation, inspire creativity, unleash connectivity, and exceed consumer expectations for a wide range of high-quality services. Annually, the organization donates millions to efforts that include everything from enhancing student learning and digital literacy, to restoring and rebuilding towns after natural disasters, and much more.

The Alliance for Women in Media, celebrating its 70th anniversary this year, is the longest-established professional association dedicated to advancing women in all facets of media. The Foundation supports educational programs and scholarships and hosts the Gracie Awards, which recognize individual achievement and programing by, for, and about women at the student, local, and national level.

To learn more about the AWMF scholarship opportunities and to apply, visit https://allwomeninmedia.org/foundation/scholarships/.  Scholarship materials are due by June 11, 2021.

 

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About the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation (AWMF): In 1960, the Alliance for Women in Media became the first professional broadcasting organization to establish an educational foundation. The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation (formerly known as The Foundation of American Women in Radio & Television) supports and promotes educational programs, charitable activities, public service campaigns and scholarships to benefit the public, the electronic media and allied fields. The Foundation also produces nationally acclaimed recognition programs, including the Gracie Awards®, honoring exemplary programming created by, for or about women and individual achievement. The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit, educational organization. For the latest news on the Gracies, follow The Gracies on Twitter and Facebook. For more information about the Gracie Awards and to submit your entries, please visit www.allwomeninmedia.org/gracies.

The Alliance for Women in Media and its Foundation Announce the 2021 Board of Directors and Officers

In its 70^th year since inception, the Alliance for Women in Media and its Foundation (AWM/F) are pleased to announce their 2021 National Board of Directors. New to the Alliance for Women in Media (AWM) Board are: Kenetta Bailey, senior vice president, marketing, Clear Channel Outdoor (CCO); Marsha Cooke, senior vice president, global news and special projects, Vice Media, LLC.; and, Melissa Wright, chief content officer, Twin Cities PBS (TPT). New to the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation (AWMF) Board are: Svetlana Gans, vice president & associate general counsel, NCTA, The Internet & Television Association; Mike McVay, president, McVay Media Consulting; Josie Thomas, former chief diversity & inclusion officer, CBS; and Christine Travaglini, president, Katz Radio Group.

Officers of the board have been announced as Heather Cohen, executive vice president, The Weiss Agency, serving as chair, Annie Howell, chief communications officer, Crown Media Family Networks (Hallmark), serving as incoming chair, Keisha Sutton-James, vice president & CEO, Sutton Button Productions LLC, serving as immediate past chair, Joyce Fitch, legal consultant, serving as treasurer, and Brenda Hetrick, chief revenue officer, Matrix Solutions, serving as incoming treasurer. 

“The role of the AWM and Foundation boards is to lead our organizations and industry as we recognize, connect and educate women in all facets of media.  We have a true working Board,” stated Becky Brooks, president, AWM/F.  “As AWM celebrate its 70^th anniversary this year, it has never been more important to have strong, insightful leadership. This year’s new directors have voiced their dedication to donating time and resources to guide these organizations to the next level.  We are thrilled to have these talented, accomplished women joining our leadership for the next two years.”

The following individuals will continue to serve as Directors at Large of AWM: Katina Arnold, vice president, corporate communications, ESPN; Abby Auerbach, executive vice president, chief communications officer, TVB; Abby Greensfelder, founder & CEO, Everywoman Studios; Brenda Hetrick, chief revenue officer, Matrix Solutions; Michelle Ray, executive director, The Walter Kaitz Foundation; Sandra Rice, senior vice president, outreach and strategic partnerships, Center for Talent Innovation; Esther-Mireya Tejeda, chief marketing & communications officer, SoundExchange;and, Katherine Wolfgang, head of public relations, CBC. Deborah Parenti, publisher, RadioInk, RBR and TVBR will continue to serve as a Director at Large of AWMF.

AWMF is also pleased to announce that AWM/F board members Heather Cohen, Annie Howell and Mike McVay will continue to serve as chairs for the Gracie Awards. Learn more about the Gracie Awards, presented by the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation, at https://allwomeninmedia.org/gracies/.

As AWM kicks off its 70^th anniversary celebrations, there are ways to stay involved. Follow AWM’s Facebook, Instagram and Twitter, sign up for the FastForward Newsletter, and enjoy the growing range of member benefits by becoming a member of AWM today.

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About the Alliance for Women in Media (AWM): The Alliance for Women in Media connects, recognizes and inspires women across the media industry. AWM is a diverse community – whether type of media, job or global location – that facilitates industry-wide collaboration, education, and innovation. Established in 1951 as American Women in Radio & Television (AWRT), AWM is the longest-established professional association dedicated to advancing women in media and entertainment. AWM 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.

About the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation (AWMF): In 1960, the Alliance for Women in Media became the first professional broadcasting organization to establish an educational foundation. The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation (formerly known as The Foundation of American Women in Radio & Television) supports and promotes educational programs, charitable activities, public service campaigns and scholarships to benefit the public, the electronic media and allied fields. The Foundation also produces nationally acclaimed recognition programs, including the Gracie Awards®, honoring exemplary programming created by, for or about women and individual achievement. The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit, educational organization. For the latest news on the Gracies, follow The Gracies on Twitter and Facebook. For more information about the Gracie Awards and to submit your entries, please visit www.allwomeninmedia.org/gracies.