Nominations now being accepted for Hall of Freedom Awards
As president of the Dayton Unit National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) since 2006, I am proud to officially announce the launch of the Dayton Unit NAACP 71st Hall of Freedom Awards.
Nominations close Oct. 15 and can be made by anyone. Just complete the nomination form at naacpdayton.org, or email naacp- dayton3181@sbcglobal.net with a Word document and photo of the nominee. Categories are:
Miley O. Williamson Award of Distinction:
An individual with 30 or more years of activism working with the NAACP, their church and other civic organizations.
C. J.
Mclin, Jr. Public Policy Award: An outstanding public servant who has delivered results on behalf of the American people for at least 10 years. Winners are selected from all levels of public service.
Bob and Norma Ross Outstanding Leadership: An outstanding local corporation, business, organization or entrepreneur that demonstrates their commitment to create partnerships that embrace diversity, equity and inclusion. Must demonstrate sustained business growth for at least 10 years.
Louise Troy Excellence in Education: An educator with 10 or more years of service and achievement in public education. This award will goto an individual who has helped shape education in Dayton, influenced the professional development of other educators, and actively participated in civic organizations.
W. S. Mcintosh Courageous Activist: An individual who has demonstrated activism in civil and human rights for 10 or more years. The nominee for the award must have been a leader in social justice.
Youth Development: Individuals who have demonstrated achievement in youth development for 10 or more years. The individual has mentored, coached, guided or instructed informal and formal programs such as athletics, afterschool, NAACP, Big Sisters/big Brothers, Juvenile Courts, Arts/music/chess/stem, and Christian Clubs, and have left an indelible mark on youth in our community.
Community Service: Individuals who are making significant contributions to their community through their time, actions, talents and dedication for more than 10 years.
Distinguished Volunteer of the Year: Volunteers who unselfishly have given their time and talent for 10 or more consecutive years to ensure efficient administrative operations of the Dayton Unit NAACP. The Distinguished Volunteer of the Year Award salutes exemplary supporters of the NAACP mission.
Lifetime Achievement: Outstanding leaders who have made significant contributions to the advancement of Civil and Human Rights over their lifetime.
They represent the most influential minds in the field of equality and justice.
The winners will be revealed during the 71st Hall of Freedom Awards to be held on Friday, Oct. 28, 2022.
This has been a challenging 16-year journey for me and the organization, but we are proud to finally “give people their flowers” with the recognition and honor we hope these awards provide.