Democracy in Action Award

Celebrating Over 50 Years in Naperville

Winners of the Democracy in Action Award

2009:
Naperville Community Television, Channel 17

2008:
Naperville Area Homeowners'Confederation,Chuck Schlabach, President

2007:
The Conservation Foundation,Brook McDonald, Director

2006:
Hinshaw and Culbertson LLP and School District 203: Crosstown Mock Trial

Purpose of the Award

Democracy has flourished in the United States in great part because of the commitment of citizens at the grassroots level. Now more than ever, Americans are aware of the value we place on this system that pairs freedom with responsibility.

The League of Women Voters was formed out of the struggle to extend the rights of democracy and the full stature and power of citizenship. Knowing that rights must be exercised to reach their full value, the League continues to encourage citizens to take an active role in their government at all levels. Therefore, since 2006, the League of Women Voters annually has honored a Naperville area resident, group, organization, or governing body for carrying out an initiative or program that furthers the effective participation of citizens in government.

The award itself honors the memory of Rosemary Martin, a lifelong resident who through sustained personal commitment made a difference in our community. As a long-time leader in the League of Women Voters, Rosemary demonstrated her belief in the principle that people can and should make their voices heard in the public decision-making process, and she set an example with her positive outlook, unquestioned integrity, creativity, intelligence, and sound judgment. The League is happy to recognize her legacy by honoring those who make democracy strong right here in our community.

Eligibility:

Individuals or groups nominated for the Democracy in Action Award will have been instrumental in an activity such as one of the following:

Creating a forum for information -gathering on a public issue of significance to the Naperville area community
Facilitating and encouraging civic participation through voter registration or some other initiative
Providing balanced education opportunities to further informed decision-making
Instituting processes that welcome citizens' involvement and input
Creating an inclusive climate that encourages civil discourse on public matters

Selection Process:

The League solicits nominations from residents in the Naperville area. A review committee composed of League members, and others from time to time, will evaluate the nominations and select the recipient.

Nomination Form

To make a nomination for the Rosemary Martin Democracy in Action Award, fill out the Nomination Form

To view the form you need Adobe Acrobat Reader

Then return it to:

League of Women Voters

29W300 Iroqouis Court

Warrenville, IL 60555

OR, You can email it to: DIA@naperville.il.lwv.org

Questions? Call (630) 393-0067

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