Screenwriting fellowships, labs & contests for underrepresented writers

8 fellowships, labs and contests whose rules say they are for, or give priority to, writers from underrepresented communities: women and nonbinary writers, LGBTQIA+ writers, disabled writers, and Latine and South Asian storytellers, among others. 3 are free to apply to. 3 have confirmed upcoming dates; the rest are listed as TBA until the next cycle is announced, so you can plan ahead. Each card links to a page with the organizer's exact eligibility wording, so check it before you apply. Many general fellowships also welcome diverse writers; see Fellowships & labs and TV writing programs.