VFP National Convention 2008

Nominate an Exemplary VFP Member

In an effort to implement the VFP Awards Policy the Awards committee is seeking to thank members who have demonstrated exemplary service to Veterans For Peace in our pursuit of a more peaceful world. We would appreciate your providing us with the names of those who you think would be deserving of recognition ASAP so that we can see to it that they are properly honored at the Convention

If you have someone that you would like to nominate, please email Peter Bronson at pbronson1@verizon.net.

Awards Policy:

Any VFP full or associate member, in good standing, or nonmember as identified under the award classifications may be eligible for recognition.

All nominees must have demonstrated exceptional service in the pursuit of peace and justice on three levels: local, national and international. That service may include, but not limited to any one or a combination of the following: organization, development or participation in a activity which affirm the principles of Veterans for Peace.

Local Award: recipient must be a full member in good standing of VFP at the time of his/her work and the time of presentation.

National Award: recipient must be a full or associate member in good standing of VFP at the time of his/her work and the time of presentation.

International Award: recipient may be a full or associate member in good standing of VFP at the time of the work and the time of the award. The recipient may also be a nonmember who also meets the requirements of this honor.

Any full member, in good standing may make nominations to the awards committee. The nomination may be made anytime throughout the year in writing to the chair of the nomination committee. The nomination must name the individual or group, level of award (local, national or international), VFP and veteran status and justification for the honor.

Other supporting documentation such as photos, letters, news clippings and such, may accompany the nomination but are not required.

The award(s) may be: certificates, medals, plaques or pins. There shall be no hierarchy of the type of award as they shall enjoy equal status. Those approved for recognition shall be contacted to request their award preference.

The desire of the recipient in reference to the award presentation shall be complied with. The award may be sent directly to the recipient. The award may be sent to a host who shall present the award to the recipient at a local function. The award may be presented at the annual meeting of VFP by the chair of the awards committee, the chair of the annual meeting or the VFP Board President as requested by the recipient.