2021 Responsible Business Education Grant

The Women's Jewelry Association Foundation, in partnership with leading institutions and organizations, supports education for sustainability champions and leaders through its Responsible Sourcing and Sustainability Education Fund, founded in April 2021.

This year, the WJA Foundation will award Responsible Business Education Grants to two individuals to enroll in New York University's School of Business Executive Education sustainability programs. Courses such as "Corporate Sustainability" taught by Professor Tensie Whelan, former President of the Rainforest Alliance, are designed for professionals employed in small and large companies to help their businesses be a positive force for change through sustainable supply chain management, employee and consumer engagement, sustainability marketing and more. This year's grants are sponsored by Platinum Guild International, an organization dedicated to promoting platinum and its pure, rare and eternal qualities to the consumer and the jewelry trade.

Applicants must be current members of the WJA for at least one year prior to applying. Applicants must submit responses to essay questions demonstrating their commitment to responsible sourcing and sustainability practices in their career and/or business. Images are optional. Maximum of 3 images may be uploaded.