The Advocacy Center is seeking nominations for our Annual Community Awards, which highlight the contributions of people who make a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities.   Please consider nominating someone for one of the following awards:

Self Advocacy Award:  An individual with a disability who leads the direction of his or her daily life through advocacy and personal choice

Barbara Bryson Award:  A parent of an individual with a disability who has exhibited pioneering efforts on behalf of individuals with disabilities and their families

Jeanne Krautwurst Award:  A parent or family member of an individual with a disability who has worked tirelessly to improve the quality of life for his or her family member

Community Inclusion Award:  An individual or group whose actions have led to the successful inclusion of individuals with disabilities and their families in their communities

Education Award:  A devoted individual in the field of education who, through extraordinary efforts, has provided for the educational needs of students with disabilities

Student Award:  A student (with or without a disability) whose efforts have made a positive impact on the lives of individuals with disabilities

Community Employment Award:  A company or organization that has demonstrated outstanding practices in the competitive employment of an individual or individuals with disabilities

Awards will be presented on June 4, 2010 at our annual Night of Hot Jazz and Cool Art.  Deadline for nominations is April 2, 2010.  For more information, contact Pam Merkle at ext. 237.