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New York Women in Film & Television Adds Board Members for 2026-2027 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 22, 2026

New York Women in Film & Television elected Tonya Thomas as a new board member and welcomed back Maria C. Miles, while re-electing Neyda Martínez Sierra to its board of directors.

Nancy Mysel Preservation Scholarship Awarded to Hayla Ragland
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 9, 2026

New York Women in Film & Television named Hayla Ragland as recipient of the Nancy Mysel Preservation Scholarship, a $5,000 award supporting students in film and visual art preservation.

NYWIFT Reveals 17 Member Projects Selected for 2026 Tribeca Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 26, 2026

New York Women in Film & Television revealed 17 projects from 16 members selected for the 2026 Tribeca Festival, spanning eight categories. NYWIFT will also partner with Tribeca to present a panel at the Storytelling Summit.

New York Women In Film & Television Unveils 10 Member Projects At The 2026 Sundance Film Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 21, 2026

New York Women in Film & Television (NYWIFT) will present 10 member projects at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah. These films, spanning various genres and storytelling approaches, highlight the innovative work of NYWIFT's diverse membership.

NYWIFT Announces 16 Projects By Members At 2025 Tribeca Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 22, 2025

New York Women in Film & Television has revealed 16 projects from 16 members have been officially selected for the 2024 Tribeca Festival. Learn more here!

Opera Columbus Will Perform THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2025

Opera Columbus will close its bold 2024–25 season with an unforgettable take on one of the world’s most beloved operas: The Marriage of Figaro, on stage at the Southern Theatre April 25 and 27 following an incredibly city-wide success with the recent West Side Story.

Eight NYWIFT Member Projects selected for 2025 Sundance Film Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 16, 2025

Eight projects from nine New York Women in Film & Television members have been officially selected for the 2025 Sundance Film Festival. Learn more about upcoming programming.

New York Women In Film & Television Presents 11 Film Festival Awards In 2024
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 19, 2024

New York Women in Film & Television will present 11 NYWIFT Festival Awards to emerging and established filmmakers across six New York-area festivals throughout 2024.

New York Women In Film & Television Presents Eight Scholarships To Filmmaking Students In 2024
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 10, 2024

New York Women in Film & Television has announced the presentation of eight scholarships to film, television, and media production students at New York area schools in 2024 as part of the organization's ongoing commitment to nurturing the next generation of women in media.

New York Women In Film & Television Names Kim Jackson as New Board President
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2024

Kim Jackson has been appointed as the new Board President of New York Women in Film & Television. Jackson, a producer and blockchain pioneer, joins a dynamic leadership team for 2024-2025. Learn more about Jackson and the position!

New York Women In Film & Television Announces 2024 Partnership With Hellenic Film Society
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 30, 2024

New York Women in Film & Television will continue its partnership with the Hellenic Film Society (HFS) in 2024. The Hellenic Film Society USA will present its annual New York Greek Film Expo, a Greek film festival for all New Yorkers, October 3-13, 2024.

11 New York Women In Film & Television Projects Set For The 2024 Tribeca Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 13, 2024

Discover the 11 projects from 13 members of New York Women in Film & Television (NYWIFT) selected for the 2024 Tribeca Festival. The projects showcase the professional diversity of NYWIFT, spanning six categories and various roles.

NYWIFT to Present Science In Motion Screening Series In Partnership With BAM
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 29, 2024

NYWIFT presents the Science in Motion Screening Series in partnership with BAM, featuring STEM-focused films and filmmaker Q&As. The series runs from February 6 to March 12, 2024, at BAM's Peter J. Sharp Building in Brooklyn.

NYWIFT Members' Projects Selected for 2024 Sundance Film Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 16, 2024

NY Women in Film & Television announces five projects from six members selected for the 2024 Sundance Film Festival, including 'Girls State' and 'Look into my Eyes.'

New York Women In Film & Television Reveals 2023 Women's Film Preservation Fund Grantees
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 18, 2023

New York Women in Film & Television announces 2023 Women's Film Preservation Fund grantees.

New York Women In Film & Television Presents Seven Scholarships To Filmmaking Students In 2023
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 17, 2023

New York Women in Film & Television is presenting seven scholarships to film, television, and media production students in 2023, supporting and recognizing emerging voices in the industry. Learn more about the recipients and NYWIFT's commitment to nurturing the next generation of women in media.

New York Women In Film & Television Announces New And Returning Board Members For 2023-2024
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 25, 2023

NEW YORK WOMEN IN FILM & TELEVISION announces new and returning board members for 2023-2024, including accomplished filmmakers, producers, and educators.

Exclusive: NYWIFT Recuits NH Collection New York Madison Avenue as Hotel Partner for the 43rd Annual Muse Awards
by Michael Major - Mar 23, 2023

This year’s honorees are Arianna Bocco, Danielle Brooks, Deborah Chow, Maria Hinojosa, Sandra Lee, Freida Pinto, Lauren Ridloff, Sharon Stone, and Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences President Janet Yang.  David Yurman, America’s foremost luxury jewelry brand, has designed and provided this year’s Muse Award statues for honorees.

Danielle Brooks Among This Year's New York Women in Film and Television Honorees
by Michael Major - Mar 20, 2023

CBS Sunday Morning contributor, comedian, actress, and self-described “Accidental Pundette” Nancy Giles will once again serve as the event’s emcee. David Yurman, America’s foremost luxury jewelry brand, has designed and provided this year’s Muse Award statues for honorees, as well as an exclusive gift for attendees.

New York Women in Film & Television Provides Film Grants for Puerto Rican Creators
by Marissa Tomeo - May 4, 2022

New York Women in Film & Television (NYWIFT) is pleased to announce that it will provide film production grants to El Pueblo vs. Austeridad / The People vs. Austerity and Coquito. The projects come from two of the 12 media making teams selected for Good Pitch Local Puerto Rico, where they pitched live from Puerto Rico via webcast to a robust group of advisors, with connections to NGOs, distributors, and foundations. Prior to pitching, selected projects underwent an intensive professional development workshop series and received one-on-one mentorship from industry professionals as part of the program. The program was produced by NYWIFT, ADocPR, the Philadelphia Latino Film Festival (PHLAFF), and Doc Society.