Four decades of people who showed up

For an individual whose consistent commitment over a long period of time has had substantial impact on the lives of Deaf and hard of hearing people in Massachusetts.

For an individual, organization or agency with a long history of preserving ASL by educating and increasing awareness.

For a Deaf student who has demonstrated leadership among schoolmates to promote positive change.

For a Deaf or hearing person, paid or volunteer, who has contributed countless hours to the benefit of MSAD.

For a Deaf or hearing volunteer who has provided services to the community at the state, local or national level.

For a hearing individual who contributes to the benefit of Deaf and hard of hearing people at the local, state or national level.

Created by the National Association of the Deaf to recognize outstanding and innovative local and statewide service toward the betterment of Deaf people in their communities.

For a statewide or local organization actively involved in service toward the betterment of Deaf and hard of hearing people in their communities.

Recognizes exemplary scholarship, leadership and civic citizenship in young Deaf people. The winner competes in the national pageant at the NAD biennial conference.