INAUGURAL AWARDS · 2026

Celebrating Dignity.
Honoring Solidarity.

Human Rights Dallas is proud to introduce the inaugural Dignity & Solidarity Awards, recognizing the individuals and organizations advancing human rights, justice, and equality throughout our community.

DIGNITY

Honoring
Organizations

SOLIDARITY

Honoring
Individuals

NOMINATION DEADLINE

November 23, 2026

11:59 PM Central Time

AWARD PRESENTATION

December 10, 2026

Universal Human Rights Day Celebration at Dallas City Hall

CASH PRIZE

$1,500 per award

One organization and one individual

Two Awards. One Shared Commitment.

Human Rights Dallas is proud to introduce the inaugural Dignity & Solidarity Awards, celebrating those whose work strengthens human rights and brings our community closer to a more just and inclusive future.

The awards will be presented during the 3rd Annual Universal Human Rights Day Celebration, December 10, 2026, at Dallas City Hall.

DIGNITY AWARD

Recognizing an Organization

Celebrating an organization whose work advances human dignity, protects fundamental rights, and strengthens our community.

$1,500 Award

SOLIDARITY AWARD

Recognizing an Individual

Honoring an individual whose leadership, advocacy, and commitment to others exemplify the power of solidarity.

$1,500 Award

Help Us Recognize Those Making a Difference

Know an individual or organization whose work deserves recognition? We invite you to help celebrate their contributions by submitting a nomination.

01 Choose Your Nominee

Choose the award category that best fits your nominee: Dignity for an organization or Solidarity for an individual.

02 Share Their Story

Provide the nominee’s name and contact information, along with a 300–500-word narrative explaining how their work exemplifies dignity or solidarity.

03 Submit Your Nomination

Include any optional supporting materials, such as testimonials, relevant articles, or links documenting the nominee’s contributions.

Submit Your Nomination

Complete the form below to nominate an organization or individual for the 2026 Dignity & Solidarity Awards.

← Back

Thank you for your nomination!

Your nomination for the 2026 Dignity & Solidarity Awards has been received. Human Rights Dallas appreciates your help recognizing the individuals and organizations advancing dignity, justice, and solidarity in our community. Award recipients will be recognized at the 3rd Annual Universal Human Rights Day Celebration on December 10, 2026, at Dallas City Hall.
AWARD CATEGORY(required)
Enter the full name of the individual or organization you're nominating.
For organization nominations, provide the name of someone we can contact.
Optional, but helpful if we need to contact the nominee.
Please provide 300–500 words describing how the nominee exemplifies dignity or solidarity.
Include links to relevant articles, testimonials, press coverage, or other supporting materials.

Mark Your Calendar

NOVEMBER 23, 2026

Nominations Close

All nominations must be submitted by 11:59 PM Central Time.

DECEMBER 10, 2026

Awards Presentation

3rd Annual Universal Human Rights Day Celebration at Dallas City Hall.

Help Us Celebrate Human Rights Champions

Every day, individuals and organizations across Dallas are working to build a community grounded in dignity, justice, and solidarity. Help us recognize their contributions.