Call for Nominations
SERID proudly recognizes excellence each year across its service areas. For 2026, we are highlighting outstanding contributions from individuals and organizations serving the Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and Deaf-Blind communities.
We invite you to submit nominations for exceptional service in the award categories listed below. Award recipients will be announced on Wednesday, October 28th, during the SERID Awards Dinner.
Help us honor the excellence, initiative, dedication, and innovation of your colleagues by submitting a nomination letter that includes:
- Award category
- Nominee’s name and contact information (phone, employer, title)
- A nomination statement (200–500 words) describing why the nominee deserves recognition
- A brief biography of the nominee (150 words)
- Your name, contact information, and relationship to the nominee
- Optional: Additional letters of support from others who wish to recognize the nominee
Nomination Deadline: August 15, 2026 Please email all nomination materials to kcarr@mdrs.ms.gov