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Awards Program Governments Of The Caribbean State Ball – Call For Nominations
jamarch
14 years ago

The Caribbean Tourism Organization is calling for nominations for the Lifetime Achievement and Caribbean Diaspora awards. The Awards will be presented at the 37th annual Governments of the Caribbean State Ball and Awards Presentations to be held at the Plaza Hotel in New York City on Friday, June 11, 2010 under the auspices of the CTO Foundation.

The deadline for submitting nominations is Friday, April 23, 2010. Nominations may be submitted electronically to [email protected], or by mail to CTO-USA, Inc., Awards Nominations, 80 Broad Street, Suite 3200, New York, NY 10004.

Persons making submissions should provide a photo and bio (not a CV) of the nominee as well as an essay (no longer than 500 words) supporting the nomination based on the attached criteria. It would be helpful to know that the nominee, if selected, will be available, to personally accept the Award in New York on Friday evening, June 11, 2010. The nominee will be responsible for meeting all costs associated with accepting the Award.

The selection will be made by a selected jury comprising public and private sector members on a points basis and the Award will go to the nominee who is awarded the most points.

The 2010 Awards are in two categories:

  • The CTO Lifetime Achievement Award
  • The CTO Caribbean Diaspora Award

THE CTO LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

  • Honors someone who has played a significant role in empowering individuals within the Caribbean community;
  • It is for long serving, high performance professionals whose careers have truly made a difference in the Region;
  • It is for achievement over a period of at least 20 years rather than a single contribution, no matter how significant;
  • It is for achievement that distinguishes the individual’s work and provides a legacy for future generations;
  • It recognizes ongoing leadership and a career of excellent service at the national, regional or international level;
  • It is not limited to service directly in the tourism industry but recognizes service in any ancillary industry that supports tourism and brings continuous positive recognition to the Region;
  • It is for a Caribbean national or a person of Caribbean heritage resident in the United States or the Caribbean.

THE CTO CARIBBEAN DIASPORA AWARD
Diaspora is described as the scattering or dispersal of ethnic or national groups from their homeland. Abroad the groups maintain their distinctive cultural characteristics and demonstrate an emotional attachment to their ancestral home.

  • Recognizes the commitment and contribution of an outstanding individual or Diaspora group or entity toward the enrichment of the Caribbean community;
  • It acknowledges contribution that leaves an indelible mark on the growth and development of the Caribbean;
  • It is for dedicated use of skills and knowledge to strengthen the sustainability of the region’s unique characteristics;
  • It is for a person, group or entity who has been a ‘voice’ for the Caribbean for at least 15 years;
  • It is for someone who has been an ardent advocate for a cause that adds value to and brings pride to the Caribbean region;
  • It is for an outstanding person, group or entity based in the United States.