National Organization of Sierra Leoneans in North America (NOSLINA) 2018 CALL FOR NOMINATIONS
Kwame Fitzjohn
From: suna nallo <nall...@gmail.com>
To: Kwame Fitzjohn <cum...@aol.com>; Sarah Gulama <gb...@aol.com>; Eugenia Palmer <fey...@yahoo.com>; Audrey Pabs-Garnon <ver...@comcast.net>; suna nallo <nall...@gmail.com>
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Subject: National Organization of Sierra Leoneans in North America (NOSLINA) 2018 CALL FOR NOMINATIONS
NOSLINA CALL FOR AWARD NOMINATIONS
The National Organization of Sierra Leoneans in North America (NOSLINA) seeks nominations of individuals and groups to receive the organization's premier annual awards for significant contributions towards the advancement of Sierra Leoneans in North America and beyond. Awards will be made in the following categories:
The NOSLINA DIAMOND AWARD FOR DISTINGUISHED SERVICE (1 award in this category). This is the organization's highest award and is made in recognition of exceptional work that has significantly contributed to the peace; health and welfare; development; and stability of Sierra Leone while advancing the well being of Sierra Leoneans both at home and in North America. Results of those efforts should have been evident within the past 5 years and should include documented support of accomplishments. Nominations of individuals and groups are welcome.
The NOSLINA AWARD FOR
ENTREPRENEURIAL LEADERSHIP (3 awards in this category). This special award recognizes Sierra
Leoneans who are active in business in the United States. NOSLINA
proposes to recognize innovation and creativity in a business enterprise that
has shown measurable and demonstrable success in supporting the resource needs
of Sierra Leoneans and their communities. Results of success should
reflect a correlation between business growth and involvement in the Sierra
Leone community in North America. Only individuals may receive awards in
this category.
The NOSLINA COMMUNITY
LEADERSHIP AWARD (3
awards in this category). This award recognizes groups/organizations that
have actively engaged their members in building and sustaining a viable network
to advance their Sierra Leone heritage and by so doing strengthening the Sierra
Leone Community through cultural activities, alumni relations, professional
networks, and community building. Recipients should have substantial
success in promoting interconnectedness among their members and in
outreach to Sierra Leoneans and their friends in North America. Only
organizations are eligible for awards in this category although successful
organizations will be asked to designate an officer to receive the award at the
presentation ceremony.
The NOSLINA AWARD FOR DISTINGUISHED HUMANITARIAN SERVICE (3 awards in this category). This award is given in recognition of outstanding contribution to poverty reduction, national reconstruction and rehabilitation, and supply of educational and health resources in ways that have improved access and service to groups of needy, impoverished Sierra Leoneans at home.
Awards will be presented to the successful nominees in all four award categories at the NOSLINA Annual celebration of Sierra Leone’s Independence Anniversary Dance and Awards Banquet on Saturday, May 5, 2018. Award recipients will also be featured on the NOSLINA website and various publications of the organization. Nominations should be addressed to: - Audrey Pabs-Garnon, Chair, NOSLINA Board of Directors, and sent electronically to nosli...@aol.com no later than 11:59 PM (Pacific), March 25, 2018.
Nomination letters should not exceed one full page. In your letter, please specify the award category, name of nominee, a description of the nominee¹s accomplishments, and contact information for the nominee. Self nominations are acceptable.
The NOSLINA Board of Directors believes
that our interconnectedness is strengthened when we recognize our
accomplishments and celebrate our heritage. Together we can work to
realize this vision. Your nominations are valuable to us! Your support
and participation is strongly encouraged.
Thank You
Issued by the NOSLINA Board of Directors
Audrey Pabs-Garnon, Chair / Suna Nallo, Executive Director
March 5, 2018
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NOSLINA 2018 Sierra Leone Independence and Awards Fundraising Gala - May 5, 2018
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