Young Activist Award is presented each year to young as well as dynamic personality with a deep commitment in the field of human rights and social justice. This award is offered to those with a proven ability to transform this commitment into effective action. There is a cash prize of $6000 for the recipients of the award.
The recipients should have demonstrated leadership ability, creativity as well as integrity. The cash award is divided equally between the individual recipient and an organization of his/her choice.
Nominations for the Young Activist Award may be submitted at any time by filling out the Nomination Form. Preference will be given to candidates who have not been widely recognized and do not have personal privilege or a strong institutional base of support.
Additional Eligibility Criteria:
Nominees should be:
- Between ages 16-26 by 9/1 of the current year;
- Engaged in activism for social change in the U.S., promoting the values of peace, human rights, economic or social justice, or freedom of expression;
- Acting not alone but within the context of an organization, social movement, or larger community effort;
- Considered by others within that context as an inspirational leader or motivating force;
- Willing to attend award ceremony in Berkeley, California (expenses paid).
Deadline for nominations: June 30, 2012.
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