At ILEA Seattle, we believe that opportunity and access are the foundations of diversity, equity, and inclusion. That's why we're proud to introduce the ILEA Accelerate Scholarship Fund, designed to empower event professionals by removing financial barriers to participation.
This initiative is a key part of our commitment to making ILEA a place of belonging for all event professionals. The ILEA Accelerate Scholarship Fund offers meeting and membership scholarships to those who might not otherwise be able to afford them. Funded through generous member donations, raffle sales, and other sources, these scholarships are stepping stones towards a more inclusive industry.
How can you support?
Next time you go to register for an ILEA event, add "Donate to ILEA Accelerate" to your order. This will add a donation amount of your choosing to your total order and that will contribute directly to this vital fund, you can purchase raffle tickets at our events, and donate raffle items to help us expand this project and bring this opportunity to more people. Your support not only accelerates the careers of fellow event professionals but also enriches our community with diverse perspectives and experiences. Join us in building a more inclusive future. Together, we can ensure that more event professionals have the chance to grow, connect, and succeed.
Applications for Accelerate will open this November. So stay tuned for more information!
If you'd like to donate to the Accelerate program you can donate here.