New York State Bar Association — Committee on Civil Rights
2027 edition · New York State · New York City, NY
NYSBA Haywood Burns Memorial Award
Nomination
Friday, November 13, 2026
21 days from now
From New York State Bar Association — Committee on Civil Rights's announcement. Publishers sometimes change dates, so check their page before you submit.
New York State Bar Association — Committee on Civil Rights websiteAbout this award
Recognizes contributions to justice, civil rights and empowerment in New York State.
Who it's for
Individual who contributed to New York State through civil rights, justice and empowerment; need not be a lawyer. Organizations or individuals may nominate; no self-nominations. No membership or numerical experience minimum stated.
Submitting this year?
Tracking Awards members get the submission link, a summary of what to send, and reminders for their whole team before NYSBA Haywood Burns Memorial Award closes.
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