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Women in media & entertainment

Gracie Awards

TAYLOR SWIFT, JEWEL & LAUREN ASH RECEIVE SPECIAL HONORS AT THE 46TH ANNUAL GRACIE AWARDS *Credit: Getty Images for AWM (Alliance for Women in Media Foundation)

Edie Hand

Acclaimed celebrity chef, author, philanthropist, speaker, AWM member and businesswoman who's all about family. In fact, Edie's own family includes—the one and only—Elvis Presley. In this podcast by 'Big on Small', Edie shares her Pearls of Life and how to rise above these uncertain times to create a better tomorrow.

The BookFest®

Now Available: Video Recordings from The BookFest® Fall 2021! Re-watch, re-live, and share recorded videos from #TheBookFestFall2021.

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Founded in 1952, our mission is to advance the impact of women in media by educating and acting as a resource to our members, the industry and our community. AWM SoCal is dedicated to empowering career development and driving positive change for our industry.

The Southern California Affiliate of the national nonprofit, Alliance for Women in Media, offers local benefits to its members including:

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AWM SoCal & the AWM So Cal Foundation have established a scholarship fund to aid in the higher education of promising students.

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AWM SoCal welcomes corporate partnerships for educational programs. special events and the Genii Awards. Recognition packages are available and negotiable.