Advocate of the Quarter Form

All nominations must be submitted via this form by 5:00 PM on the last week of the Quarter.

Quarter 1: January, February, March
- Nominations due by March 23, 2026
Quarter 2: April, May, June
- Nominations due by June 22, 2026
Quarter 3: July, August, September
- Nominations due by September 21, 2026
Quarter 4: October, November, December
- Nominations due by December 14, 2026

To honor and uplift the dedicated individuals working to end violence against Native women, children, and communities, CSVANW is honoring an Advocate of the Quarter. This advocate will exemplify someone who is committed to community advocacy in alignment with CSVANW’s values of kinship, healing, and inclusiveness. The chosen advocate will receive a certificate recognizing their work, a stipend, and a feature in our newsletter, social media, and website (with their permission) to uplift and celebrate their contribution. They will also have first access to events such as our annual Advocate Retreat. Our hope is that the Advocate of the Quarter will help foster a deeper sense of community for our advocates who are not always seen for the important work they do. May this initiative celebrate those who go above and beyond in advocacy, outreach, and community support!

NOTE: Advocates can be nominated by community members, colleagues, or CSVANW staff (you may not nominate yourself but can ask others to submit thoughtful nominations on your behalf). The final selection will be made by an internal review committee. In the case CSVANW determines there is a conflict of interest, the selected advocate will not receive a stipend.

An Advocate of the Quarter can only be selected one time per year. Government agencies and law enforcement agencies are not eligible for AOTQ. This program is made available by the funding from the Crime Victim Reparation Commission STOPVAWA Funds.

Advocate of the Quarter Criteria

Commitment to Advocacy: The recipient must demonstrate a strong commitment to ending violence against Native women, children, and communities

Community Impact: Their work must reflect meaningful contributions to the community, whether through direct services, education, policy, or grassroots efforts.

Alignment with Organizational Values: The advocate’s work should align with CSVANW’s core values of kinship, culture, innovation, healing, and inclusiveness.

Indigenous-Led and Centered: Preference will be given to Indigenous advocates whose work is rooted in traditional knowledge, cultural practices, and community healing

Outstanding & Consistent Contributions: Consideration will consider outstanding and consistent contributions in prevention, education, and support efforts.

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Why does this advocate or advocacy group meet the criteria?

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Why does this advocate or advocacy group deserve this award?

In the space below, please explain why you believe the person or group that you are nominating deserves this award. How do they align with CSVANW’s core values of Kinship, Culture, Innovation, Healing, and Inclusiveness?