The El-Hindi Center for Dialogue at InterFaith Works is happy to announce that nominations are open for the 2021 Racial Justice Awards! The Racial Justice Awards recognizes and honors individuals and organizations who work towards ending racism and promoting social equity.

In 2021 the Racial Justice Awards will be presented at InterFaith Works’ United We End Racism, virtual event, a celebration of the work being done to eliminate racism and bring about justice in Central New York.

Below see the Award Levels to consider. Click here to nominate a person or organization for this important recognition. Nominations should be received by Friday, April 16. Recipients will be highlighted during the United We End Racism event, on Saturday, June 26.

Award Levels

  • The Racial Justice Award is given annually to individuals whose efforts shall have produced change, or have contributed to make a change, towards ending racial injustice and promoting social equity.
  • The Racial Justice Award – Organization is presented occasionally to organizations whose efforts shall have produced change, or have contributed to make a change, towards ending racial injustice and promoting social equity.
  • The Catalyst Award is bestowed occasionally for outstanding achievements towards ending racial injustice. “Catalyst” nominees will have demonstrated leadership in inspiring others to end racial injustice and promoting social equity.
  • The Lifetime Award is conferred occasionally for outstanding and sustained (i.e., over a career) achievement, including inspiring others, towards ending racial injustice and promoting social equity.

Do you know someone or an organization to nominate? Please fill out the nomination form. Also, spread the word so we can celebrate the important Racial Justice work being done in our community.