Nominations Open for Annual Human Rights Awards

The Virginia Beach Human Rights Commission (VBHRC) is accepting nominations now through Sept. 25 for the 30th Annual Human Rights Awards. The VBHRC recognizes noteworthy individuals and groups who have aided in the understanding of cultural diversity and advocated for the human rights of the city's residents.

The awards committee will evaluate nominees based on community involvement, initiatives and humanitarianism. Eligible nominees are people living or working in Virginia Beach or anyone who has contributed to the promotion of human rights to benefit Virginia Beach residents.  

A nomination form must be completed along with at least two references to support the nomination. More details and the form are available at VirginiaBeach.gov/HRCawards or contact VBHRC Liaison Dominique McKinnon at 757-385-1158.

All entries must be received by 5 p.m. on Sept. 25. Please submit completed applications in one of the following ways:

• Email: hrc@vbgov.com
• Mail or Hand-Deliver to:
  City of Virginia Beach/Department of Human Resources
  ATTENTION: HRC Awards Program
  2424 Courthouse Drive, Building 18, Rm. 106
  Virginia Beach, VA 23456