A nomination submission should include the following:

I. Nomination Form. The nomination form must be completed and submitted as the cover sheet of the nomination package.

II. Nominee Resume. The nomination package must include a resume or similar docu­ment that describes the candidate's professional background and achievements and other relevant activities. At minimum, the information provided should include educational background, principal areas of practice, the number of years in practice, professional achievements, other public service contributions, and other bar association activities.

III. Supporting Materials. The nomination package also should include specific documentation and other materials, such as news articles, that illustrate the candidate's contributions in the fields of civil rights, civil liberties, or human rights.

IV. Letters of Support. Letters of support from other individuals and organizations knowledgeable about the candidate's contributions are strongly encouraged.

V. Additional References. The nomination package should include the names, telephone numbers, and addresses of up to three individuals, besides the person submitting the nomination, who could provide additional information about the nominee.

The Thurgood Marshall Award Committee, comprised of five members who are former chairs or current Council members of the Section of Individual Rights and Responsibilities, reviews all nominations. The committee forwards its recommendation for an award recipient to the Section Council for approval. The recipient must be available to receive the award in person.

The Section reserves the right not to present the award in any given year.

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