INTERNATIONAL ALLIANCE FOR WOMEN IN MUSIC
News & Resources
Information on news, newsletters and links to resources for women in music.
IAWM Conferences Archive since 1981
Every three years, IAWM brings together performers, composers, scholars, innovators, conductors, audio engineers, improvisers, theorists, and more who celebrate, challenge, and transform our future through music.
2022 IAWM Conference
The 2022 IAWM Conference was held at Oregon State University in Corvallis, a 90-minute drive from Portland. With Covid 19 lingering, OSU hosted about 40 people in person and more than 80 online. The hybrid format allowed for more voices to be heard.
Winners of the 2024 Pauline Alderman Awards
We are pleased to announce the winners of the 2024 Pauline Alderman Awards!
Programming Awards
Applications are now open for IAWM’s Programming Awards. Soloists, ensembles of any size, and arts organizations may apply. Submissions are due by October 29. See below for more information.
IAWM Educator Grant
The International Alliance for Women in Music is offering a $300 classroom grant to music educators of students aged 4-18. This grant is to help teachers bring a greater focus on women in music. Applications are due by October 29.
2025 Search for New Music Winners
Check out the winners from the 2025 Competition!








