MIW Opens Applications for Programming Mentorship

RADIO ONLINE | Thursday, June 4, 2026 | 0:01am CT

Mentoring and Inspiring Women in Radio (MIW)

Mentoring and Inspiring Women in Radio (MIW) has opened applications for its 8th Annual Elevating Women in Programming Mentorship, a year-long leadership development program designed to support and advance women working in radio programming.

The mentorship will select one female programming professional from a U.S.-based radio station to participate in personalized coaching, networking opportunities, and career development activities with some of the industry's top content leaders. Eligible applicants include Brand Managers, Content and Program Directors, Assistant Program Directors, and Music Directors across all radio formats.

Applications are being accepted through July 2.

As part of the program, the selected mentee will also attend the 2027 NAB Show in Las Vegas, providing exposure to one of the broadcasting industry's largest gatherings of media, audio, and technology professionals.

"Strong programming leaders are essential to the future of radio, and this mentorship is designed to help talented women gain the confidence, connections, and support needed to take the next step in their careers," said MIW President Sheila Kirby. "Over the past eight years, we've had the privilege of working with exceptional women who have gone on to make a significant impact in our industry."

Founded as a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing female leadership in radio broadcasting, MIW launched the Elevating Women in Programming Mentorship to help develop future programming executives through direct access to experienced industry mentors.

Past participants in the program include Meg Dowdy, now Regional Content Director at Townsquare Media; Traci LaTrelle, Music Director and Assistant Program Director at WHUR-FM/Washington; Leslie Scott, General Manager at DoStuff Media; Amanda "Ice" Habrowski of Audacy's WDZH/Detroit; Kiran Riar, Assistant Program Director and on-air personality for WMPS and WHBQ in Memphis; and 2025 mentee Hannah Brummer, midday host for Chicagoland's Free Country on Connoisseur Media.

MIW said the program remains focused on cultivating the next generation of female programming leaders and strengthening diversity in radio management and content leadership.