Award Categories Learn more about the Human and Civil Rights Awards categories. Share Applegate-Dorros Peace and International Understanding Award NEA presents the Applegate-Dorros Peace and International Understanding Award to an NEA member, NEA local affiliate, and/or NEA state affiliate whose activities in education contribute to international understanding and motivate youth to work for world peace. Learn more Carter G. Woodson Memorial Award NEA jointly presents the Carter G. Woodson Memorial Award with the Association for the Study of African-American Life and History. Learn more César Chávez Acción y Compromiso Human and Civil Rights Award NEA presents the César Chávez Acción y Compromiso Human and Civil Rights Award to a nominee who follows in the exemplary footsteps of César Chávez in philosophy, work, and leadership. Learn more Ellison S. Onizuka Memorial Award NEA presents the Ellison S. Onizuka Memorial Award to a nominee whose activities in Asian and Pacific Islander affairs significantly impact education and the achievement of equal opportunity for Asians and Pacific Islanders. Learn more George I. Sánchez Memorial Award NEA presents the George I. Sánchez Memorial Award to a nominee whose activities significantly impact education and the achievement of equal opportunity for Hispanics. Learn more H. Councill Trenholm Memorial Award Harper Councill Trenholm (1900–1963) served for 21 years as executive secretary of the American Teachers Association (ATA). Learn more Leo Reano Memorial Award Leo Reano (1922–1971) was a teacher, artist, and interpreter. Learn more Wilma Mankiller Memorial Award Wilma Pearl Mankiller was an activist who fought for the rights of American Indian/Alaska Natives and women. Learn more Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Award NEA presents the Martin Luther King, Jr., Memorial Award to a nominee who emulates Dr. King in leadership and philosophy. Learn more Mary Hatwood Futrell Award Mary Hatwood Futrell increased national awareness of the Equal Rights Amendment during her presidency of ERAmerica. Learn more Reg Weaver Human and Civil Rights Award NEA presents the Reg Weaver Human and Civil Rights Award to a nominee whose activities around closing the poverty gaps for children in America and around the world have made a significant impact in helping poor students and eliminating poverty. Learn more Rosa Parks Memorial Award NEA presents the Rosa Parks Memorial Award to inspire others to champion the cause of human and civil rights. Learn more Rosena J. Willis Memorial Award Rosena J. Willis (1926–1970) was a displaced Black teacher who lost her job when her school district in Virginia closed all public schools rather than desegregate. Learn more SuAnne Big Crow Memorial Award NEA presents the SuAnne Big Crow Memorial Award to a K–12 student(s) under the age of 20 whose achievements in schools have helped enhance students’ sense of worth and dignity. Learn more Virginia Uribe Memorial Award for Creative Leadership in Human Rights Virginia Uribe was a high school teacher and counselor, and a leader in the movement to improve the lives of gay and lesbian youth. Learn more Stay Informed We'll come to you We're here to help you succeed in your career, advocate for public school students, and stay up to date on the latest education news. Sign up to stay informed
