The GOLDEN HAND AWARD (NAD’s Award) recognizes on a statewide or national basis that individual, organization and/or agency that have has made outstanding and enduring contributions toward advancing the needs of Deaf people.
The GOLDEN HAND AWARD is given to a person who:
has participated extensively in efforts for Deaf people;
has demonstrated deep commitment to the believe that Deaf people can achieve at a level of excellence comparable to that achieved by other people; has participated in and given strong leadership to, activities that have resulted in better services and opportunities for Deaf people.