The Colors of Success Leadership Award, brought to the community by Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce, celebrates individuals who have shown outstanding leadership in fostering a sense of belonging and ensuring economic fairness and inclusion across a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences in their workplace and the Greater Rochester community. This award recognizes those whose efforts have positively impacted the cultural and economic fabric of their environment and is awarded annually.

Award Criteria:

1. Excellence in Sustained Efforts: Demonstrates excellence in sustained efforts toward fostering a sense of belonging, ensuring economic fairness, and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within the workplace. This involves continuous engagement and leadership in fostering an inclusive environment over an extended period.
   
   
2. Contribution to Programs and Policies: Directly contributes to the development and implementation of programs, policies, or initiatives that support the advancement and fair treatment of individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures. This includes actively addressing challenges and barriers to ensure more inclusive and equitable opportunities within the organization.
   
   
3. Commitment to Mentorship and Support: Shows a strong commitment to assisting, coaching, and/or mentoring diverse groups in the workplace and/or community. This involves dedicating time and resources to support the professional and personal growth of individuals from different backgrounds and cultures, both within the organization and in the broader community.

Who Can Nominate?

Do you know an individual in the greater Rochester area who excels in diversity and inclusion initiatives? If so, we encourage you to nominate them. Upon submitting your nomination, we will notify the nominee via email and provide them with a link to complete their application and make it official. We welcome nominations recognizing individuals from various industries.

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Nomination Deadline: August 8th, 2024