Member Scholarships | tnwomeningreen

SEED FUND GOALS:

To support women seeking to expand their skills, knowledge and experience through continuing education opportunities.
To increase access to continued education for TWIG members with the means to otherwise attend.
Attract and welcome new faces to TWIG, especially those representing underserved populations, professions, communities, and strategic partners working in these communities.
Expand participation in the TWIG network by providing a platform that facilitates connections between a diversity of people to share their knowledge, perspectives and passion.
Invest in individuals who are positioned to advance the mission of TWIG.

Qualifying undertakings include course study in environmental science and environmental sustainability; attendance at sustainability conferences, summits, seminars, and retreats; and other activities deemed worthy by the Board of Directors.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must not be a member of the Board of Directors of TWIG
Should demonstrate a valid and reasonable need for the scholarship
Should demonstrate a personal or professional background or goal that merits receipt of the scholarship
Should demonstrate a strong commitment to advancing environmental sustainability through engagement over the long term.
Must be a Tennessee resident or enrolled in a Tennessee educational program
Must be a TWIG member in good standing (no unpaid dues)

Please fill out ALL fields in this application and send to tnwomeningreen@gmail.com.

Applications must be submitted at least 30 days in advance of proposed payment due date.

TWIG SEED FUND

We are happy to offer scholarships in 2020 to empower women who share

our vision of advancing environmental sustainability.

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testimonial:

Dwell on Design 2018 conference

"What an amazing time! It was just what I needed while starting my business for a kick of inspiration."

— Anna Caro, TWIG Member since 2015

Upcoming Conferences/Events/Classes

This is not an exhaustive list, just a sample of some conferences that have been submitted to tnwomeningreen@gmail.com.

green|leader Certificate (Chattanooga, TN)

Ongoing Opportunity

Southeast Recycling Conference and Tradeshow (Destin, FL)

March 15-18, 2020

National Zero Waste Conference (Berkeley, CA)

March 18-19, 2020

Tennessee Environmental Conference (Kingsport, TN)

March 23-25, 2020

Circularity20 (Atlanta, GA)

May 18-20, 2020

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