Newburyport’s Human Rights Commission (HRC) is seeking adult nominations for the Commission’s 29th annual Peace Prize Award. Eligible nominees must reside in Newburyport or do work that has had a significant positive impact on the community and exemplifies the core values of the HRC. The Peace Prize recognizes those who promote and advance human rights through their efforts and commitment to create a caring community that welcomes and respects differences.
To nominate an adult, please complete the attached nomination link below or send a brief email to nbpthrc@gmail.com describing how your nominee furthers Newburyport’s policy to promote and support a sense of welcome, inclusion, and worth for all, and works toward the elimination of prejudice, intolerance, discrimination and acts of hate in our community. Nominations must be received by Thursday, April 17th, 2025.
The Peace Prize award ceremony, which also honors students nominated by our local schools, will take place at the Newburyport Senior Center on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at 6:30 PM. The event is open to the community.
