In 2016, we had the privilege of creating the Juneteenth Trailblazer Awards. This awards ceremony was created to foster a community connection and celebrate the unsung(s) heroes of our area who have had immeasurable contributions with little to no recognition.
This year, we are going to select Emerging Activists, Outstanding Leader and
Transformative Organizations in the community.
Outstanding Leader
This woman is an outstanding individual who has developed a career dedicated to advocating for marginalized and oppressed groups. They have taken up their own leadership in benefiting this community.
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Transformative Organization |
This organization has contributed to civil rights over a significant number of years through activism and advocacy. They have supported and changed the landscapes of civil rights in the Iowa City area. They have tirelessly served their community while inspiring other around them to do the same.
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2016 Trailblazer Award Recipients
Hamza Omar
Transformative Icon The Transformative Icon Award is given to an individual who has contributed to civil rights over a significant number of years through activism and advocacy. they have supported and changed the landscapes of civil rights in the Iowa City area. They have tirelessly served their community while inspiring others around them to do the same. |