As part of the University of Maryland, Baltimore’s (UMB) annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr./Black History Month celebration, the Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (OEDI) and the Office of Community and Civic Engagement (OCCE) are accepting submissions for the Community Champion of Equity and Justice Awards.
These awards acknowledge a person and an organization advancing equity and justice in the city of Baltimore. The winners will be featured on UMB's website. Each winner will receive a monetary prize of $300 in person at the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Black History Month celebration on Feb. 5, 2026. A prerecorded interview with the winners will be played at the event.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Must be a resident of Baltimore City, MD (if nominated as an individual)
- Must be registered as an organization in Maryland (if nominated as an organization)
- Demonstrated active community engagement to advance equity and justice in the City of Baltimore communities
Ineligible:
- Organizations owned, led or organized by UMB or agents of UMB acting in an official capacity
- Current UMB employees and students
Complete the nomination form below. Nominations must be received by C.O.B. on Friday, October 31, 2025.
