Call for Entries – Barbara Jordan Media Awards <\/p>\n
Dear Media Professional: <\/p>\n
In 1982, a series of prestigious annual awards recognizing
\noutstanding contributions of the communications media was established
\nby the Texas Governor\u2019s Committee on People with Disabilities. These
\nawards recognized individuals and organizations for eliminating
\nattitudinal, social and physical barriers, and encouraging accurate
\nand progressive portrayals of people with disabilities. <\/p>\n
At the suggestion of media advisors, the awards were named for
\nBarbara Jordan, one of Texas’ most distinguished citizens and foremost
\nspokespersons for the rights of all human beings. In January of 1996,
\nwe lost Barbara Jordan: a Texas pioneer and champion of our freedom
\nand constitution. The Texas Governor’s Committee on People with
\nDisabilities continues to honor her in this program. <\/p>\n
The awards, beautiful three-inch bronze medallions designed by David
\nDeming, an internationally prominent sculptor, are presented to the
\nwinners. <\/p>\n
We invite you to submit entries for the Barbara Jordan Media Awards.
\nThe awards acknowledge print and broadcast media professionals who
\naccurately and positively report on individuals with disabilities.
\nEach year the decision for the judges becomes more difficult as more
\nquality entries are received from across the state. <\/p>\n
Elements in past winning entries include: <\/p>\n
\u00b7 Using people with disabilities as sources, rather than as
\nexamples. <\/p>\n
\u00b7 Placing coverage in appropriate subject area, eg. sports covered
\nin sports section. <\/p>\n
\u00b7 Portraying people with disabilities as independent and productive
\nthrough use of words and images. <\/p>\n
\u00b7 Focusing on stories about people first and disability second. <\/p>\n
We are excited about receiving this year’s nominees! To be eligible,
\nall entries must have been available for public consumption between
\nJanuary 1, 2008 and December 31, 2008. <\/p>\n
We encourage you to submit a Barbara Jordan Media Award entry now. <\/p>\n
Sincerely, <\/p>\n
Emily E. Nu\u00f1ez <\/p>\n
Administrative Assistant IV <\/p>\n
Texas Governor\u2019s Committee on People with Disabilities <\/p>\n
P.O. Box 12428 <\/p>\n
Austin, Texas 78711 <\/p>\n
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