Each year at the Proclamation Ceremony, the Down Syndrome Aim High Resource Center (DSAHRC) presents the Aim High Awards, which recognize members of our community who have made a difference in the lives of people living with Down syndrome. The Aim High Self Advocacy Award is also presented, recognizing an individual with Down syndrome for outstanding achievements and for being an inspiration to others. The Awards presentation is always a moving part of Proclamation, and is sure once again to be the highlight of the evening.
The Board of Directors of DSAHRC selects up to four individuals each year to receive these awards. Nominations are welcome from all members of DSAHRC.
DSAHRC recognizes that important and inspiring contributions can come in a wide variety of ways and decisions about the recipients of the Aim High Award will be made on an individual basis, carefully reviewing the contributions of each individual nominated for the award. The Board of Directors of DSAHRC will use the following selection criteria to guide its decisions:
The individual(s) are recognized for their contributions over a sustained period of time
The individual(s) are recognized for their contributions to a larger group of people with Down syndrome
The individual(s) are recognized for contibutions that have made a "measurable" difference
These selection criteria are not "written in stone", but rather will serve as a framework for discussion in the process of selecting individuals for the Aim High Award.
To nominate an individual or "team", please send a written one-page statement describing why this person or persons should be chosen for the Aim High Award or the Aim High Self-Advocacy Award to:
Down Syndrome Aim High Resource Center 1 Marcus Boulevard, Suite 105 Albany, NY 12205 ATTN: Awards Committee
Should your nominee(s) be selected, you will be notified, and you will be asked to invite them to the Proclamation Ceremony as a complimentary guest(s) of DSAHRC.
Please join our organization in thanking these special people in our community!
If you have any questions, please contact the DSAHRC at (518) 438-1113 or
