The Women’s Jewelry Association Foundation is committed to advancing the careers of women in the jewelry and watch industry through professional development and educational opportunities. 

The Foundation, in partnership with GIA, is offering scholarships for GIA education courses (both online and in-person) for students wishing to advance their careers in the areas of jewelry essentials, jewelry design, diamonds, and colored stones. To further our goal of providing access and opportunities to WJA members from underserved and underrepresented communities, this scholarship is open to BIPOC and/or LGBTQIA+ applicants. 

Through its giving, the Foundation believes in supporting underserved and underrepresented communities to help increase their career opportunities, and bolster their passion and professional education within the jewelry industry.

Application Requirements

**All applications are to be filled out by the applicants themselves. They agree that all information is true.**

Eligibility Criteria

Application Criteria:​​

• Must be a WJA member in current standing or join WJA upon receipt of scholarship
• Identifies as a member from an underserved and underrepresented community, including BIPOC and/or LGBTQIA+
• Funds to be used for one of four indicated GIA education programs or to register for a course or lab class to finish a current GIA program/degree