VML Announces Winners of 2024 Helen Lansdowne Resor Scholarship
VML today announces the winners of the 2024 Helen Lansdowne Resor Scholarship in partnership with the 4A’s Foundation. The Helen Lansdowne Resor (HLR) Scholarship is an international opportunity that supports women and gender nonbinary voices in the creative industry. It provides women and nonbinary college students the opportunities and support they need to successfully join the advertising industry’s creative ranks.
Named after Helen Lansdowne Resor, the industry’s first female copywriter, the scholarship aims to amplify historically marginalised voices in the creative industry. Winners receive $10,000 toward their education and creative journey, plus a paid internship at a VML office in their region, a mentor from VML, and a 'first look' placement consideration upon graduation. 2024 marks the 10th anniversary of the scholarship.
This year’s recipients are:
- Sasitorn 'Jasmine' Malaiwong (Thailand)
- Solana Gabriela Ortiz (Argentina)
- Aubrey Pratama (Canada)
- Katie Morris (England)
“I am elated that VML will continue to carry on the legacy of this amazing program in honour of Helen Lansdowne Resor. It's a testament to our commitment to inclusion while making space to support talented innovators and creators. By nurturing ingenuity, innovation and creativity, we empower emerging talent in the industry who are setting the stage for transformative changes ahead,” said Tasha Gilroy, global chief belonging officer at VML.
"Empowering women in creative advertising isn't only about gender equity; it's about the longer-term impact of enriching perspectives at the table and creating resonant narratives that accurately reflect our society. We’re thrilled to continue supporting these young people in their creative career journeys and foster a more inclusive industry that can propel brands to new heights of relevance and impact,” said Debbi Vandeven, global CCO at VML.
Women and nonbinary individuals studying in a creative field are invited to apply for the Helen Lansdowne Resor Scholarship. Applications for the 2025 scholarship will open in fall 2024, to be awarded in spring 2025.
