NVTC Foundation Announces 2023 Kilberg Scholarship Recipients
Scholarship supports women who demonstrate exceptional leadership promise and potential of thriving in technology fields
MCLEAN, Va., June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Northern Virginia Technology Council (NVTC), the trade association representing the region's technology community, today announced five recipients of the NVTC Foundation Kilberg Scholarship Fund. This fund was established to support women interested in pursuing careers in the tech industry. Each recipient demonstrates leadership promise and a commitment to advancing technology-driven innovations. Each will receive $5,000 to pursue higher education in STEM-related fields (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics).
"Congratulations to the recipients of the Kilberg Scholarship Fund. This scholarship reinforces NVTC's commitment to infusing the next generation of talent into our workforce and supporting women who are pursuing STEM careers," said Jennifer Taylor, president and CEO of NVTC. "Providing pathways and resources for women to secure in-demand jobs is not only a personal passion of mine, but also critically important to building a diverse and talented workforce in Northern Virginia."
The 2023 NVTC Foundation Kilberg Scholarship Fund recipients are:
- Sneha Aryal, Herndon High School graduate attending the University of Virginia
- Lilie Puck-Karam, W.T. Woodson High School graduate attending the University of Virginia
- Amel Mohdali, Alexandria City High School graduate attending Spelman College
- Sharvani Roy, Thomas A. Edison High School graduate attending University of Pittsburgh
- Sharlette Vijoy, Chantilly High School graduate attending Virginia Tech
Established in 2021, the NVTC Foundation Kilberg Scholarship Fund serves as a continuation of retired NVTC President and CEO Bobbie Kilberg's lifelong spirit of community service in the Northern Virginia technology community. Scholarships are available annually to high school seniors or graduates pursuing post-secondary education or training in STEM-related fields. The application review committee selected the recipients based on a commitment to pursue a degree or training in STEM-related fields, Northern Virginia residency, and financial need.
"These outstanding young women represent the talent and future of our workforce. I look forward to following their continued academic and leadership success," said Kilberg. "Not only have the recipients displayed hard work in advancing their education, but they have also shown dedication to making their communities a better place."
The Community Foundation for Northern Virginia (CFNOVA), a public charity that helps grow philanthropy, manages the scholarship fund on behalf of the NVTC Foundation. A formal announcement of winners took place in June at a private celebration for donors and winners.
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About the Northern Virginia Technology Council
NVTC is the trade association representing the Northern Virginia technology community. As one of the nation's largest technology councils, NVTC serves companies from all sectors of the industry, from small businesses and startups to Fortune 100 technology companies, government contractors, as well as service providers, academic institutions, and nonprofit organizations. More than 460 members look to the organization as a resource for networking and educational opportunities, peer-to-peer communities, policy advocacy, industry promotion, fostering of strategic relationships, and branding of the region as a major global technology center. Learn more at http://www.nvtc.org.
About the NVTC Foundation
The NVTC Foundation, a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit, empowers and connects populations traditionally underrepresented in the technology industry to educational and employment opportunities in the technology careers in Northern Virginia. The foundation strategically supports programs that connect women, people traditionally underrepresented in the tech industry, and veterans to in-demand tech careers. Learn more here.
About the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia (CFNOVA)
The Community Foundation for Northern Virginia advances equity across the region through philanthropy and community leadership. Comprised of donor advised funds, permanent funds, giving circles, and other charitable endowments, the Community Foundation connects donors to community and promotes a more equitable and inclusive prosperity that marries our economic strength with the full breadth of our diverse community. In 2022 the Community Foundation awarded $6.5 million in grants and scholarships and now manages more than 250 funds. For more information please visit us at http://www.cfnova.org, or follow up on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
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Lindsey Kearney, Northern Virginia Technology Council Foundation (NVTCF), 571-375-4012, [email protected]
SOURCE Northern Virginia Technology Council Foundation (NVTCF)
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