2026 MLK Legacy Awards Nomination Form

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Thanks for your interest and participation in the nomination process for the 2026 MLK Legacy Awards. If you are not yet prepared to make a complete submission you may save and return to the form at a later time. Start by selecting the type of submission below.

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NOMINATE MYSELF

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Nominee Information

Well-rounded nominations address each of the following areas: leadership, advocacy, social justice, community service, or education within the 300 word limit.

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A well rounded self-nomination includes at least one letter of support that addresses any of the relevant areas: leadership, advocacy, social justice, community service, or education.

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Please describe how the nominee exemplifies a commitment to equity, justice, nonviolence, and social change in the following areas:

LEADERSHIP - The ability to inspire, guide, and mobilize others toward justice, equity, and collective progress. [300 word limit](Required)

ADVOCACY - The act of speaking up, taking action, and working to change unjust systems in pursuit of fairness and inclusion. [300 word limit](Required)

SOCIAL JUSTICE - The commitment to dismantling inequities and creating a society where everyone is treated with dignity and equity. [300 word limit](Required)

COMMUNITY SERVICE - Meaningful contributions made to support and uplift communities through acts of care, volunteerism, and civic engagement. [300 word limit](Required)

EDUCATION - The sharing and pursuit of knowledge that empowers individuals, challenges injustice, and fosters social change. [300 word limit](Required)

Are there any other relevant details or comments that support the nomination?

Other supporting documents can include (not limited to) a sample of the nominee's work, links to relevant articles, publications, or presentations.

Please upload letter(s) of support here.

For self-nominations, we highly encourage including at least one letter of support that addresses any of the relevant areas: leadership, advocacy, social justice, community service, or education.

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