Only online applications will be considered.

Women of color in women’s studies, ethnic studies, or related fields may apply if they aspire to leadership within women’s studies or NWSA. Applicants may include advanced graduate students, faculty, and current program administrators who wish to be more involved in program or NWSA leadership.


Program Benefits

• Valuable networking and professional development opportunities at the Program Administration and Development (PAD) and Women's Centers Committee (WCC) pre-conferences, the NWSA general conference, and via the Women of Color Caucus.
• One-year complimentary individual membership and general conference registration during the first year of participation.
• Pre-conference registration (PAD or WCC) is included the following year. (To participate in the second year, must contact nwsa@nwsa.org. Individual membership is not included in the second year.)
• Opportunities to meet and interact with other women of color who possess a similar interest in program or center administration, as well as women of color who already have administrative experience
• The support, companionship, and advocacy of the Women of Color Caucus
• An opportunity to shape the future of the NWSA and women’s studies as a field by participating and exchanging ideas
• Serve as a conduit for other women of color, particularly young women, to become more involved in women’s studies.