NCSW is pleased to offer our ongoing Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Access (DEIA) Scholarship. This scholarship acknowledges our commitment to expand participation of artists from traditionally underrepresented communities. NCSW recognizes the value of diverse voices, backgrounds and experience in creating a dynamic environment for learning. The DEIA Scholarship will cover full tuition, room, and board at our biennial workshops.
The NCSW Board and Planning Committee have reflected deeply about our mission and our goals. We recognize that barriers, both historical and contemporary, can and do prevent many artists from traditionally underrepresented communities from participating in our programs. We invite you to join us!
Goals:
To provide professional development experience for artists from traditionally underrepresented communities
To introduce the success of NCSW to the broadest possible community of artists
To expand and enrich the arts community
Selection Criteria:
Must be an artist from a traditionally underrepresented community including artists who identify as BIPOC, Multiracial, and/or LBGTQ+.
Provide up to five images of artwork/craft pieces showing artistic quality and strong artistic vision. Work samples must be completed within the last three years.
A written statement of how the scholarship would advance the artist’s artistic growth in both the short and long term and the likely impact on the artist’s work and future direction.
A resume or statement of professional and/or artistic and educational experience especially with chosen medium.
To Apply:
Applicants may ONLY apply for workshops that have OPEN enrollment. DEIA Scholarship applications are due on Wednesday September 30, 2026 by 11:59pm EDT. Applicants will be notified of their status by Wednesday, October 14, 2026. If awarded a $60 application fee will be required to attended.
Questions: Please contact info@ncsw.org
NCSW is committed to being welcoming to all and does not discriminate regardless of age, ability, ethnicity, race, religion, philosophical or political beliefs, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, nationality, geographic origin, and socioeconomic status.
All NCSW participants must be 18 years old or older.
