Promoting Diversity Award 2011

The city of Glendale and the Glendale Chamber Foundation strive to promote an environment that places a high value on individual dignity, respect and professional growth. Collectively, we recognize the contributions reflected in Cesar Chavez’s vision.

Cesar Chavez’s leadership helped shape the nation’s views and allow for the promotion of social justice for all individuals. Each year, the city of Glendale and the Glendale Chamber Foundation recognize the accomplishments of Maricopa County residents who contribute significantly to creating
a diverse and inclusive community.

Cesar Chavez
Cesar Estrada Chavez (March 31, 1927 - April 23, 1993) was a Mexican American farm worker, labor leader and civil rights activist. In 1991, Cesar Chavez received the Aguila Azteca (The Aztec Eagle), Mexico’s highest award presented to people of Mexican heritage who have made major contributions outside of Mexico. On August 8, 1994, Cesar Chavez became the second Mexican American to receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest civilian honor in the United States. This award was presented posthumously by President Bill Clinton. His birthday is now recognized as Cesar Chavez Day, a state holiday in eight US states. Parks, cultural centers, libraries, schools, and streets in cities across America have been named in his honor.

Award Nominations Instructions

Using 12-point font, attach a one-page cover sheet with the nominee(s) name, address and a daytime phone number. Provide two character references and their phone numbers on the cover sheet. Please answer the questions below using no more than two pages.

Question #1: What has the nominee(s) accomplished that helped to promote diversity
in Maricopa County?

Question #2: What personal beliefs or qualities of the nominee are consistent with those Cesar Chavez lived by and advocated?

Nominations must be received (or postmarked) by 5 p.m. March 11, 2011. The recipient of the award will be honored at the Cesar Chavez Celebrating Diversity Breakfast on March 31, 2011 at the Glendale Civic Center, 5750 West Glenn Drive, Glendale, Arizona.

• Click here to download a PDF nomination information form.