Lasting Legacy

This award honors an individual whose advocacy has created meaningful and lasting change within their lived experience community. Through courage, leadership, and a commitment to uplifting others, they promote equity, inclusion, recovery, and opportunity while inspiring positive community transformation and hope for future generations.

Eligibility:
Nominees may be professionals, volunteers, community leaders, or advocates with a demonstrated commitment to advocacy and community impact.

Selection Criteria:

• Demonstrated significant contributions to advocacy within their community, organization, or system of care.

• Championed change by elevating voices, reducing barriers, and promoting equity, inclusion, recovery, resilience, or wellness.

• Created a lasting impact on individuals, families, communities, programs, policies, or systems.

• Shows ongoing dedication to empowering others, fostering hope, and creating meaningful change through advocacy and leadership.