The Upstate New York chapter of Women In Film & Television (UPWIFT) supports women calling the shots in film, television and digital media, energizing the careers of women in entertainment by illuminating their achievements, providing training and professional development, and advocating for equity. UPWIFT is in the process of being formally established as a non­‐profit, volunteer­‐based organization, reaching from the base of the Hudson Valley to the crown of the Capital District Region and joining over 40 other Women In Film & Television chapters with 10,000 global members.