2023 NOSORH Awards – Call for Nominations!

June 28, 2023

2023 NOSORH Awards – Call for Nominations!

The NOSORH Awards Committee is now accepting nominations for the 2023 NOSORH Awards! These awards are a special way to recognize and celebrate the hard work and leadership of individuals and organizations dedicated to rural health.

Selections will be made by the NOSORH Awards Committee solely on the basis of the narrative submitted in the nomination form. Self-nominators will not be considered. NOSORH staff are not eligible for award nominations. There are no limits to the number of nominations submitted.

The online nomination process is simple and only takes about 15 minutes! There are no limits to the number of nominations submitted.

Award Categories:

  • Spirit of Rural Award – NOSORH Staff will select and present this award to a State Office of Rural Health or Individual who has demonstrated significant contributions to NOSORH and the SORH community through engagement in activities, services, and volunteerism.
  • SORH Innovation Award – (NOSORH Membership Required) This award honors a State Office of Rural Health that has demonstrated creative and engaging community outreach, programs, and activities to advance rural health.
  • NOSORH Advocate Award – This award recognizes a State Office of Rural Health or individual who has demonstrated exemplary collaboration with stakeholders or partners to raise awareness of State Offices of Rural Health, NOSORH, and/or rural communities
  • Collaboration Award – This award is presented to an individual or organization that demonstrates leadership in recognizing and promoting National Rural Health Day and the Power of Rural throughout the year.

Nominations will be accepted until Monday, July 31, at 5:00 pm ET.   

Click Here to Learn More & Submit a Nomination