On June 2, we honored Generation Justice as the first recipient of the Paul and Joyce Aicher Leadership in Democracy Award at the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center in Albuquerque, N.M.
This award is given to an individual and/or organization that demonstrates the values on which Everyday Democracy was founded – voice, connection, racial equity, and community change. Paul and Joyce Aicher’s generosity and creative genius have had a profound impact on individuals and organizations in every part of this country. Their passion and diligent effort inspired the dialogue guides, organizing and facilitating training, and community coaching that Everyday Democracy is so well known for delivering.
Generation Justice’s commitment to civic engagement, building media literacy skills in youth, and applying journalistic integrity to its advocacy were all reasons that Generation Justice was selected as the winner after considering more than 80 nominations from around the country.
Peter Aicher, Paul and Joyce Aicher's son, presented the award to Generation Justice. See photos from the event below or see all the photos from the event.
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