The New York Coalition of Professional Women in the Arts and Media is a centralized resource for professional women in the performing arts and media industries. The organization addresses and actively pursues improvements in social conditions, such as education, health care and equal opportunity, which affect the quality of life of members.

NYCWAM provides:

Access to New York's Creative Community

NYCWAM, through its member organizations, represents more than 80,000 women and men in the performing arts and media. Members work in all areas of theatre, film and television; in marketing and public relations; and in print media. They include some of the country's most respected professionals.

Networking

NYCWAM's combined membership is probably larger and more diverse than that of any other alliance in New York: labor and management, producers and performers, writers and publishers -- all participate in coalition programs and events. As a resource for professional development and social exchange, NYCWAM is without equal. Read about our most recent networking event -- July 26, 2004 Past Events

Information Sharing

NYCWAM-sponsored panel discussions, seminars and workshops provide unique forums for the presentation of issues and ideas relating to the performing arts and media. Through programs like these, members keep abreast of trends and developments in their industries, as well as in allied areas. This opportunity for "cross-pollination" is often cited as one of the most valuable aspects of participation.

Mentoring

NYCWAM provides a link for New York arts and media professionals to their colleagues across the United States and abroad, including those in colleges and universities. Through outreach to women entering the communications job market and through peer networking, the coalition serves both its constituency and the arts and media community.