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The National Waste and Recycling Association (NWRA) Women’s Council has announced the 2023-2024 Scholarship Program, aimed at supporting employees of its member companies and their dependents pursuing careers in the waste and recycling industry.
The NWRA Women’s Council has awarded more than $410,000 in scholarships since 2007.
“The waste and recycling sector plays a crucial role in shaping a sustainable future for our planet,” says Tammy Holtzman, district manager at Waste Connections of Canada and chair of the NWRA Women’s Council scholarship committee. “It is essential to empower and encourage students to actively participate in this dynamic field.
“The scholarship not only provides financial assistance but also fosters a community and makes meaningful contributions to industry stewardship.”
Applications for the scholarship program will be accepted until April 1, 2024, and recipients will be announced before WasteExpo. NWRA says scholarship awards will contribute to tuition, books and other educational expenses.
Last year, NWRA Women’s Council awarded $50,000 to 10 scholarship recipients. The recipients represented Rumpke Waste & Recycling, Colerain, Township; Waste Connections, The Woodlands, Texas; Casella Waste Systems, Rutland, Vermont; Waste Connections of Canada, Vaughan, Canada; and WM, Houston.
More information regarding eligibility criteria and application details can be found on the NWRA Women’s Council website.
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