SAA - Spotlight Award

Organization: Society of American Archivists

Established in 2005, this award recognizes the contributions of individuals who work for the good of the archives profession and of archival collections, and whose work would not typically receive public recognition. The nominee(s) should have achieved distinction in one or more of the following ways: Participating in special projects; Exhibiting tireless committee or advocacy work; Responding effectively to an unforeseen or pressing need or emergency; Contributing innovative or creative ideas to the profession; Performing extraordinary volunteerism; Quietly but effectively promoting the profession.