The Board of Trustees of the Lewis Perinbam Award in International Development and the World University Service of Canada (WUSC) are pleased to announce the 2010 competition for the Award. Nominations (to honour Canadians) will be accepted until Friday, September 17, 2010. The winner will be announced at the beginning of November and presented at the WUSC Annual Assembly in Ottawa on November 5, 2010.
The Award recognizes grassroots achievements in improving life in developing countries and expanding awareness of those countries among the Canadian public. The monetary value of the Award is $2,500. Its true value lies in bringing international development home to Canadians by highlighting the dedication and accomplishments of ordinary citizens.
The Award seeks to commend individuals who make volunteer contributions to international development rather than those who work in a paid professional capacity in this arena. However someone who works in the field but undertakes voluntary commitments over and above his or her employment would also be considered for the Award.
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