COPE-Suburban Maryland Award
Cindy Smalls, AFSCME Council 3

In recognition of her activities in the areas of voter registration, support for labor-endorsed candidates, labor initiatives, legislative activity, and GOTV campaigns.

Thomas Bradley Community Services Award
Alexander Thompson

In recognition of his commitment to the DC region's communities through participation in the activities of the Community Services Agency of the Metropolitan Washington Council, AFL-CIO.

CSA Legacy Award
Michael Murphy, IUOE 99

In recognition of his 25+ year commitment to the Metropolitan Washington Council's Community Services Agency as a board member and union leader, as well as the lasting impact his work has had on advancing the mission of the agency.

Organizing Award
UNITE HERE Local 25

In recognition of their work to organize the largest number of new members or increase their membership through organizing by the greatest percentage.

Organizing Award
AFGE Membership and Organizing Department

In recognition of their work to organize the largest number of new members or increase their membership through organizing by the greatest percentage.

Joslyn N. Williams Vanguard Award
Liz Shuler, AFL-CIO

In recognition of her impact on the future of the labor movement beyond traditional means, for making a significant contribution to promoting the rights of all workers, and for inspiring a new generation of activist and labor leaders.

Legal Champion Award
James "Ward" Morrow, AFGE

In recognition of his leadership, commitment, and dedication to promoting the legal rights of union workers and the advancement of the labor movement.

Emerging Leaders Award
Amy Chin-Lai, IFPTE Local 70

In recognition of her leadership, initiative, and innovation, and for her commitment to the principles of solidarity and equity in the labor movement. Presented to leaders under 35.

JC Turner Award for Outstanding Trade Unionist of the Year
Jacqueline Pogue Lyons, Washington Teachers' Union

In recognition of her outstanding commitment to the labor movement, in all areas including political activity, community services and local union support activities.