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AWRT - PROMOTING PROGRESS CREATING CHANGE

Who We Are
American Women in Radio and Television, Inc. (AWRT) is the national non-profit organization of women and men who work in the electronic media and allied fields.

Our Mission
The mission of AWRT is to advance the impact of women in the electronic media and allied fields by educating, advocating and acting as a resource to our members and the industry.

Our Goals

To work to improve the quality of the electronic media;
To promote the entry, development, and advancement of women in the electronic media and allied fields;
To serve as a medium of communication and idea exchange; and
To become involved in community concerns.



		AWRT - PROMOTING PROGRESS CREATING CHANGE Who We Are American Women in Radio and Television, Inc. (AWRT) is the national non-profit organization of women and men who work in the electronic media and allied fields. Our Mission The mission of AWRT is to advance the impact of women in the electronic media and allied fields by educating, advocating and acting as a resource to our members and the industry. Our Goals To work to improve the quality of the electronic media; To promote the entry, development, and advancement of women in the electronic media and allied fields; To serve as a medium of communication and idea exchange; and To become involved in community concerns.









		Our History AWRT was formed in 1951 when the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) discontinued its women's division, the Association of Women Directors (AWD). The NAB Board voted approval of a new organization, offering complete cooperation and assistance until the new organization could work out the details of separate operation. The following year, over 280 women gathered to approve the structure of the new organization. AWRT Initiatives Government and regulatory agency advocacy, publications, job information services, professional development programs and networking opportunities. Chapters Programs are implemented at the local level through a network of 30+ chapters in five regions nationwide. Members may choose to affiliate with a chapter or participate as a national, at-large member.

		AWRT Member Benefits
		News & Views: the national newsletter helps members stay apprised of national, chapter and industry news. Making Waves Magazine: Published quarterly, Making Waves is AWRT hip, feature-driven magazine that will take you behind the scenes and into the minds of the most interesting people in electronic media from talent to production from green room to board room in radio, television and allied fields. CareerLine: a member-only online listing of job openings across the country. Chapter Affiliation: members are given the opportunity for local meetings, activities and events through a chapter. Leadership Summit: a gathering of chapter leaders and industry professionals to develop leaderships skills, exchange information and network. Advocacy: AWRT acts as a megaphone for your concerns allowing your organization's voice to be heard among key decision makers. Networking Opportunities: a professional and personal support network of your peers. Resource Directory: a valuable networking tool that lists AWRT members and is available to AWRT members only. Awards and Recognition Programs: the Gracie Allen Awards and other AWRT recognition programs that have become the benchmarks of excellence for all electronic media professionals. Web site: access to the most current industry information with a password protected members-only section. Mentoring Program: information about programs to learn and interact with an experienced professional. Savings: discount programs for AWRT events and activities, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Hertz Rental Cars, health insurance and industry trade publications. AWRT Leadership and Staff: a team of policy, communications, marketing and event planning experts who are never more than a phone call away.
		Industry Awards
		Gracie Allen Awards: Honors programming that is by women, for women and about women, as well as outstanding individual achievement. The Gracies strive to encourage the positive and realistic portrayal of women in entertainment, commercials, news, features and other programs. Silver Satellite Award: This award is the highest honor given by AWRT and is presented to an individual for outstanding accomplishments or contributions in the field of electronic communications. President's' Award: The AWRT National President honors an individual who has demonstrated consistent support for AWRT: has strengthened the position of women by mentoring, networking and counseling; and given service above and beyond to AWRT. Achievement Award: AWRT awards a distinguished member who has strengthened the role of women in the industry and has contributed to the improvement of the community. BELL Awards-Bringing Excellence to the Local Level: The AWRT National Board recognizes the outstanding achievements by AWRT members and chapters.

AWRT - PROMOTING PROGRESS CREATING CHANGE

AWRT Member Benefits

Industry Awards