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About KCWIFT
Kansas City Women In Film& Televisions purpose is to EMPOWER, POWER and MENTOR women in the entertainment and media industries.
KCWIFT recognizes the importance of developing pathways and opportunities to encourage current and future generations of women to explore and pursue careers in all fields of the entertainment industry. KCWIFT actively supports women in the entertainment industry in four key ways:
(1) assists independent filmmakers who have demonstrated advanced and innovative skills;
(2) funds programs which provide scholarships and internships;
(3) contributes financially and creatively to the production of PSAs which spotlight issues
important to women and;
(4) creates events and seminars which are educational and creatively enlight-ening.
By utilizing the skills and experience of its members and industry professionals, KCWIFT is able to develop these unique programs and make them widely accessible to the membership and to the community at large.
KCWIFT endorses the importance of community participation, volunteerism, and the value of the diverse workplace. KCWIFT works to foster a creative and cultural bond among all working women, the academic community and corporations engaged in the entertainment or media business.
Kansas City Women In Film & Television increases the visibility of our members and recognizes their achievements through a variety of fund raising events, including our annual Trailblazer Awards. The Trailblazer Awards honor women in film and television whose contribution to their individual fields of expertise warrants special recognition.
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