NAA’s Scholarship Track
NAA’s Scholarship Track is packed with opportunities for everyone. Get on track to make a difference in rental housing with these two opportunities, NAAEI’s Alex Jackiw DE&I Scholarship and the Innovation in DE& I Grant.
NAAEI Alexandra Jackiw Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Scholarship
To increase diversity, equity and inclusion as people progress along their career paths, Alexandra Jackiw, CAPS, CPM®, a Past Chair of NAA, Past President of NAAEI, life-long learner and industry educator has established a scholarship fund to provide professional development opportunities for members of racial/ethnic minorities, LGBTQ+ groups, people/persons with disabilities and veterans/active members of the military.
The NAA Education Institute (NAAEI) and NAA believe that a growing and innovative rental housing industry must employ a workforce that reflects our resident population.
Innovation in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Grant
The National Apartment Association (NAA) seeks to advance diversity, equity and inclusion in the rental housing industry to inspire the next generation and strengthen those whom we work and exist to serve by offering the Innovation in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Grant (IDEI) to worthy organizations. NAA carefully considers each grant application it receives, seeking out organizations whose objectives align with the ideals set forth by NAA’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Vision Statement. The statement reads, "As the voice of the rental housing industry, NAA will model inclusion and embrace diverse backgrounds and perspectives to those with whom we work and exist to serve."