Although we all belong to the WIA Global community, we recognize the importance of building meaningful connections with members who share the same geographical location, intersectional identities, and interests. Through these specialized cooperatives, the WIA Communities program can:

• Foster environments of support and a more profound sense of belonging within the industry.
• Expand opportunities for mobility in the field.
• Promote meaningful relationships and trust between members.
• Stimulate conversations that speak to the unique needs of distinct enclaves within our larger WIA Global community.

WIA Communities bring together members from local areas, schools, companies or even expertise and interest to build a hyper-local network of support and learning. Browse through our current active communities and update your communication preferences to receive notifications on upcoming events and more!

If you’re interested in learning more about how to join or start a community, please reach out to wia@womeninanimation.org. If you’re a student inquiring about Student Collectives, go here for more information.