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Getty Images’ new inclusion scholarships promote diversity in creativity
Getty Images is doing its part to bring more diversity to the the visual media industry, with its inaugural 2020 Inclusion Scholarships.
While many companies in the US have made statements about creating a more diverse environment, unfortunately not all of them have exactly made good on those promises.
The visual communications giant announced the recipients of its inaugural 2020 Inclusion Scholarships this past Thursday.
Five fortunate individuals each received $10,000 in scholarship money to help in their next project or to go towards their education in the creative field they’re pursuing.
This exciting new scholarship program was the result of a massive partnership between Getty Images and organizations such as Women Photograph, Creative Access, National Association of Black Journalists, Asian American Journalists Association, and the National Association of Hispanic Journalists.
Getty Images’ Inclusion Scholarships were launched for the first time ever in March with the goal of enabling emerging creators to pursue their dream education or project.
The recipients of this scholarship all come from a diverse array of backgrounds, and it’s exciting to see how their efforts will shape the media industry.
The recipients of the 2020 Inclusion Scholarships are:
Getty Images Inclusion Scholarship – National Association of Black Journalists
Michael Blackshire: From Louisville, Kentucky. Michael is a recent graduate from Western Kentucky University with a double-major in Photojournalism and African American Studies. He is planning on studying at Newhouse School, Syracuse University in September.
Getty Images Inclusion Scholarship – National Association of Hispanic Journalists
Pamela Elizarraras Acitores: a recent graduate from the Parsons School of Design in New York, with a major in Product Design, Pamela will be pursuing a Master’s in Photography with a focus on mixed media.
Getty Images Inclusion Scholarship – Asian American Journalists Association
Haiyun Jiang: based in Ohio, Haiyun will be pursuing a Master of Fine Arts degree in Scripps College and School of Visual Communication at Ohio University.
Getty Images Inclusion Scholarship – Women Photograph
- Tami Aftab: London born and based photographer, Tami is currently pursuing a BA in Photography at London College of Communications.
Getty Images Inclusion Scholarship – Creative Access
Abigail Holsborough: based in London, Abigail is pursuing a BA in Fine Art Print and Time-Based Media at Wimbledon College of Art.
These scholarships are a great step in the right direction for giving these creatives a greater voice in the industry.
As more organizations besides Getty Images create opportunities and resources for creators from underrepresented communities, it will be exciting to see how these creators enrich the creative world.