Somali Family Service OceanLeaf Awards Celebration 2012 Nomination Process

The nominating process begins with an initial screening followed by the final selection. To submit a nominee for the initial screening, simply complete and e-mail the form to Hana Mandikova at hmandikova@sfssd.org or submit the form online at: http://www.sfssd.org If your nominee advances to the final phase, you will be contacted to provide additional information. The Honorary Committee, comprised of volunteers from the community, will make a final selection for each award among the final phase nominees. Awards will be given in all categories providing the nominee has met the highest standards of achievement.

Nomination Categories and Descriptions 1. OceanLeaf Leadership Award

This award is presented to an individual or organization that is respected as a voice of and for the community. The recipient of the Leadership Award is a leader, dedicated to problem solving, finding solutions and building a stronger and more connected community. This award is presented to an individual or organization involved in humanitarian outreach and represents belief in the human spirit as well as protection and advocation for human rights. The recipient of this award has demonstrated support for the humanity of the individual and the community as a whole. This award is presented to an individual or organization that has been a force of unique innovation within the community. The recipient of this award has pioneered new ideas, demonstrated risk taking, and has maximized their resources to improve the quality of life within the community. This award is presented to an individual or organization involved with the health and well-being of the community. The recipient of this award represents a selfless and nurturing individual, dedicated to helping others and ensuring the happiness and good welfare of the community, demonstrating an effort to bringing the community together. This award is presented to an individual or organization involved with the economic development of the community. The recipient of this award represents a dedication to the promotion of selfsufficiency and independence within the community, acting as a constant resource of support and a role model for others.

2. OceanLeaf Spirit Award

3. OceanLeaf Innovation Award

4. OceanLeaf Health and Well-Being Award

5. OceanLeaf Opportunity Award

6. OceanLeaf Emerging Leader Award

This award is presented to a young individual that represents a new generation of youth empowerment. The recipient of this award upholds ideals of democracy, justice and responsibility, and aspires to be a role model and active voice for their peers.

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Requirements
Nominations must be received by Somali Family Service of San Diego by July 4th, 2012. Late entries will not be accepted. Incomplete forms will not be accepted. Multiple nominations are encouraged, but please only one nomination per form. Previous candidates are not eligible for re-nomination.
*Please note list of 2011 Past Honorees at the end of Nomination Form

Candidates must be from the San Diego community.

Submission
Nominations can be e-mailed to: hmandikova@sfssd.org Nominations can also be submitted online at: http://www.sfssd.org

A. Category
1) OceanLeaf Leadership Award 2) OceanLeaf Spirit Award 3) OceanLeaf Innovation Award 4) OceanLeaf Health and Well-Being Award 5) OceanLeaf Opportunity Award 6) OceanLeaf Emerging Leader Award

B. Nominee Information
1. Nominees Name: _____________________________________________________ 2. Please briefly describe how this nominee has met the criteria listed on the previous page. _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________

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C. Nominator Information
1. Nominating Organization: ____________________________________________________ 2. Contact Name: _____________________________________________________________ 3. Alternate Contact Name: _____________________________________________________ 4. Contact Phone Number: _____________________________________________________ 5. Contact Address: ___________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ 6. Contact Email: _____________________________________________________________

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2011 Past Honorees
Below is a list of the 2011 OceanLeaf Awards Celebration Honorees for your information. OceanLeaf Leadership Award Jessie Mills, Ph.D. Professor, USD OceanLeaf Spirit Award Carmen Chavez Casa Cornelia Law Center OceanLeaf Innovation Award Dory Beatrice Griffith and La Jolla Golden Triangle Rotary OceanLeaf Emerging Leader Award Ali Artan Young Professional OceanLeaf Opportunity Award Parker Foundation OceanLeaf Health and Well-Being Award Horn of Africa: Families Together Program