2017 Spirit of Inclusion Awards Nominations – OPEN NOW!
The Spirit of Inclusion Awards program recognizes community members who make significant contributions to further the inclusive spirit that drives Best Buddies. The awards are based on the three pillars of the Best Buddies mission; one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, and leadership development for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
Best Buddies New Mexico is now accepting nominations for the 2017 Spirit of Inclusion Awards!
Spirit of Inclusion Friendship Award
The Spirit of Inclusion Friendship Award is bestowed to an agency or an individual with or without IDD who has gone above and beyond in the commitment to building friendships between people with and without IDD, improving the quality of life and level of inclusion.
Spirit of Inclusion Employment Award
The Spirit of Inclusion Employment Award is bestowed to an agency or an individual with or without IDD who has gone above and beyond in the commitment to securing jobs for individuals with IDD, allowing them to earn an income, pay taxes, and support themselves.
Spirit of Inclusion Leadership Award
The Spirit of Inclusion Leadership Award is bestowed to an agency or an individual with or without IDD who has gone above and beyond in the commitment to educating and empowering those with and without IDD to be leaders, public speakers, and advocates of inclusion.
Email nomination essays explaining the merits of your nominee to Michael Gemme.