Nominations for the 20th annual Inclusion Awards are open, but only for one more week! Nominations close on July 15, so if you want to recognise someone who has gone above and beyond in supporting inclusion, don’t delay.
If you’re relatively new to the everyone belongs™ blog, you might be wondering just what the Inclusion Awards are. Since 1996, the DDRC has been recognising individuals for the work they have done to make Calgary an inclusive city. The awards are presented at a gala event in September, where the contributions of these outstanding Calgarians are celebrated.
So, what sort of contributions would qualify?
- A local employer prioritising diverse hiring practices at their business.
- A teacher working for inclusive education in their classroom.
- A community member who volunteers to help out at events that promote inclusion.
This is only a small sample of the type of people we want to recognize. Chances are good that someone in your life would be a perfect candidate for nomination!
There are 14 awards available in three different categories:
Community
- Inclusive Education Award
- Inclusive Employer Award
- Inclusive Community Award
- Corporate Spirit Award
- Volunteer Spirit Award
- Good Neighbour Award
- Special Achievement Award
People with Developmental Disabilities
- Award of Excellence in Arts and Culture
- Award of Excellence in Career and Community
- Outstanding Self-Advocate Award
DDRC Employee
- Leadership Award
- Team Spirit Award
- Agency Spirit Award
- everyone belongs™ Award
Additional information on each award can be found on the nomination forms. Nomination forms are available here. Nominees are not eligible to win if they have received an Inclusion Award in the past two years. To view a list of all previous winners, click here.
The nomination form is quick and easy, and can be submitted via e-mail, fax (403.240.3230), or sent to the main office by mail:
Developmental Disabilities Resource Centre of Calgary
ATTN: Aurora Graveland-Daines
4631 Richardson Way SW
Calgary, AB T3E 7B7