Projects and Awards
2008 ‘Climate for Freedom’ Award
Every other year, the Concord-Carlisle Human Rights Council presents its ‘Climate for Freedom’ Award to a group or organization that has contributed significantly to the climate for freedom in our communities. We invite nominations from the community – if you have seen an organization or group that deserves recognition, please forward a nomination to the Concord-Carlisle Human Rights Council, P.O. Box 744, Concord MA 01742. The award will be presented at the Annual Human Rights Day Breakfast on Monday, December 1, 2008.
The recipient this year is the Concord Chapter of P-FLAG (Parents and
Friends of Lesbians and Gays)
. They have worked tirelessly to promote understanding,
dialogue, support for families, respect and a safe environment for the gay
community. The Award will be presented at the Annual Human Rights Day
Breakfast to be held on Monday, December 1st, 7:30 am, at the Trinitarian
Congregational Church on Walden St. in Concord. All are invited to attend and hear
Pam Garromone, Executive Director of Greater Boston P-FLAG, speak about
their work and how it has impacted our community.
Past Recipients
- The Greeley Foundation
- Concord Police Department
- Concord Prison Outreach
- METCO’s Cooperating Family Council
- Open Table
- DVVAP (Domestic Violence Victims’ Assistance Program)
Awards and Projects
AAUW Crystal Turtle Award
Concord: Its Black History
The Climate of the Community is the Responsibility of the Citizens of the Community