Purpose: The purpose of this award is to recognize a person or entity that has made significant contributions to fostering inclusion and/or diversity in the fisheries profession. This award was established to recognize people or entities that seek out opinions that may differ and give opportunity to those who may be underrepresented in the fisheries profession.
Selection Criteria:
1) Number of individuals positively impacted by this individual/entity.
2) Duration of work increasing diversity in fisheries and/or aquatic biology.
3) Long-lasting positive impact on the fisheries and/or aquatic biology.
Description: An award plaque of appropriate and attractive design, suitably engraved with the name of the recipient, is to be presented at the annual spring meeting of the chapter.
Frequency of Award: This Award should be made annually. The executive committee and past presidents committee can help to solicit nominations if they are not forthcoming.