Alliance for Women in Media

10/09/2026

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The 52nd Gracie Awards call for entries is open, with a new podcast division, added categories, and a January 21 final deadline.

10/08/2026

The Call for Entries is now open for the 52nd Annual Gracie Awards!

The Gracies recognize exceptional work created by, for and about women across television, streaming, radio, podcasting and digital media. From journalists, writers and actors to producers, directors, showrunners and content creators, the awards celebrate the people and programming shaping the media landscape.

Submit your work by January 21, 2027. Enter by December 10 to receive discounted entry rates.

Explore categories and enter: https://allwomeninmedia.org/gracies/call-for-entries/

Official Announcement: https://allwomeninmedia.org/alliance-for-women-in-media-foundation-opens-call-for-entries-for-52nd-annual-gracie-awards/

10/02/2026

AWM is proud to recognize Marilu Galvez, General Manager of ABC7/WABC-TV, as a 2026 Gracies Leadership Award honoree.

At the helm of the nation’s No. 1 station, Marilu oversees WABC-TV and its ancillary businesses, including Live with Kelly and Mark, television’s No. 1 entertainment talk show. Her leadership continues to strengthen one of the industry’s most influential local television brands while reaching audiences across broadcast and digital platforms.

We look forward to celebrating Marilu and this exceptional class of honorees on November 16 in New York City.

🎟️ Secure your seat:https://allwomeninmedia.org/events/gracies-leadership-award/

10/01/2026

The 2026 Gracies Leadership Awards will honor Julie Talbott, President of Premiere Networks, for her exceptional leadership and lasting impact on the radio industry.

As president of the nation's premier audio syndication company, Julie oversees a portfolio of more than 100 radio programs and services that reach a quarter-billion listeners each month across more than 8,600 affiliates nationwide. Throughout her distinguished career, she has helped expand radio's influence, amplify its reach, and shape its future.

Celebrate Julie and her fellow Gracies Leadership Award honorees on November 16 at Tribeca Rooftop + 360°.

Secure your seat today: https://allwomeninmedia.org/events/gracies-leadership-award/

10/01/2026

📣 The AWM Foundation Student Fellowship Program is now accepting applications from women pursuing degrees in journalism, broadcasting, digital media, communications, content creation, production, and related fields.

This unique opportunity offers selected Fellows the chance to attend the 2026 Gracies Leadership Awards on November 16 in New York City, where they can celebrate the achievements of trailblazing women in media and expand their professional networks.

Fellows will receive a complimentary event ticket and AWM membership. (Travel expenses are not included.)

Applications close Friday, October 16 at 5PM ET (2PM PT).

Apply today: https://allwomeninmedia.org/foundation/awm-foundation-student-fellowships/

09/30/2026

The 2026 Gracies Leadership Awards is proud to recognize Erin Underhill, President of Universal TV.

Erin oversees all aspects of one of the world’s most successful television studios, guiding a robust slate of more than 40 primetime comedies and dramas across broadcast, cable, and streaming. From Law & Order, One Chicago, and FBI to Emmy and Peabody Award-winning Hacks, her leadership supports exceptional storytelling and the creative talent bringing it to audiences everywhere.

Celebrate Erin and this year’s distinguished honorees on November 16 in New York City.

Secure your seat today: https://allwomeninmedia.org/events/gracies-leadership-award/

09/30/2026

As we continue celebrating the exceptional leaders being honored at the 2026 Gracies Leadership Awards, AWM is proud to recognize Kristen Welch, Chief Financial and Operations Officer at Illustrative Mathematics, as the recipient of the 2026 AWM Legacy Leadership Award.

Kristen’s longstanding commitment to AWM has strengthened the organization and helped advance its mission of supporting women across the media industry. Her service and contributions reflect the lasting impact at the heart of this special recognition.

Join us in recognizing and celebrating Kristen on Monday, November 16, at Tribeca Rooftop + 360 in New York City.

🎟️ : https://allwomeninmedia.org/events/gracies-leadership-award/

09/29/2026

AWM is proud to recognize Tina Perry, President of OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network as a 2026 Gracies Leadership Award honoree.

Tina leads the operational and creative direction of OWN across the network’s broadcast, streaming and digital platforms. Her influence also extends beyond the screen through initiatives including OWN Your Vote and OWN Your Health and her service to organizations advancing media, education and the arts.

Join us in recognizing and celebrating Tina at the 2026 Gracies Leadership Awards on November 16, at Tribeca 360° in New York City.

🎟️ Secure your seat: https://allwomeninmedia.org/events/gracies-leadership-award/

09/29/2026

AWM is proud to recognize Zenia Mucha, Chief Brand and Communications Officer at TikTok, as the inaugural recipient of the Gracies Vanguard Award.

The new award recognizes individuals whose foresight and ability to anticipate change help define the future of media and the audiences it serves. Throughout her distinguished career, Zenia has demonstrated how strategic leadership, powerful storytelling and cultural relevance can create lasting impact, expanding what is possible while helping set the course for those who follow.

Join us in recognizing and celebrating Zenia at the 2026 Gracies Leadership Awards on Monday, November 16, at Tribeca 360° in New York City.
🎟️ Secure your seat: https://allwomeninmedia.org/events/gracies-leadership-award/

09/23/2026

https://rbr.com/here-are-this-years-gracies-leadership-awards-honorees/

This year’s recipients include Zenia Mucha, Chief Brand and Communications Officer at TikTok, who will receive the inaugural Gracies Vanguard Award, and Kristen Welch, Chief Financial and Operations Officer at Illustrative Mathematics, recipient of the AWM Legacy Leadership Award.