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Kenneth Cmiel
Named for a UI History Professor and former Director of the UI Center for Human Rights, this award acknowledges a student (undergraduate or graduate) who has actively worked in the field of human rights in a dedicated and meaningful way to promote a more just and caring world.
Rick Graf
The Rick Graf award recognizes long-term commitment of an individual, business, or individual within a service organization to benefitting a specific cause or group of persons. Rick was a co-founder of several LGBTQ+ organizations and a nationally-known activist for LGBTQ+ causes, at a time when this was a dangerous proposition.
International
The International Award acknowledges significant contributions to human rights in the global community. It was established in 1998 to recognize the 50th anniversary of the signing of the UN Declaration of Human Rights.
Bill Regan
This award honors a business or organization which has made outstanding contributions to human rights. It was renamed in 2013 in homage to Bill’s exemplary years of service to people with disabilities in his longstanding position as Director of the Arc of Southeast Iowa.
Linda Severson
Established in 1984, this award was renamed in 2011 to honor Linda Severson’s faithful and tireless life of service. The award recognizes outstanding contributions to human rights by an individual in a service organization.
Isabel Turner
This award recognizes significant efforts to maintain the rights of individuals to be treated fairly. It is named for Isabel Turner, whose volunteer service benefitted the Iowa City community in many areas for many years.