Living The Dream Award Nominations Accepted Through Oct. 29

Ellicott City MD

11 October, 2021

10:09 AM

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HOWARD COUNTY, MD — Nominations are being accepted for the Howard County Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Commission's annual Living the Dream Award and student entrants for its 2021 essay, oratory and poster contests. The deadline for award nominations and contest entrees will be 5 p.m. Oct. 29. "Our young people who are our emerging leaders continue the fight for civil rights and racial justice, standing upon the shoulders of giants, reaching for the stars," Howard County Executive Calvin Ball said. "The 'Living the Dream' award and contests are an incredible way to honor the legacy and work of Dr. King and remind us why we must not grow weary in our efforts to fight for a better future and a better world for all." The annual Living the Dream Award recognizes outstanding individuals and organizations (community, civic or religious) that promote the teachings and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., through community involvement in Howard County. For eligibility and nomination requirements, and to submit a nomination, visit the Commission's contest website. In addition to its Living the Dream Award, the Commission also seeks entries from Howard County students for its essay, oratory and poster contests. For its three contests, the Commission is calling upon students to reflect upon Dr. King's statement, and this year's contest theme, "Whatever affects one directly, affects all indirectly." For the essay and oratory contests, middle and high school students must discuss what can be done to foster an inclusive culture in their school, community or organization and give an example of what they have done or experienced that illustrates this. For the essay contest, students with disabilities may submit entries using other media and/or visual presentation. For the poster contest, elementary and middle school students must compose an original piece of artwork using a medium of their choosing that shows their interpretation of this year's theme. For complete essay, oratory and poster contest rules and details on how to submit an entry and application, visit Office of Human Rights and Equity's contest and awards website. Living the Dream Award and contests winners will be announced at the Commission's annual celebration, held virtually Jan. 16, 2022.