TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WTXL)- The Florida Commission on Human Relations is now accepting nominations for the Florida Civil Rights Hall of Fame.
The deadline for submissions is July 15, 2016.
The judges will be looking for any individual who has made significant contributions and provided leadership toward Florida's progress and achievements in civil rights.
"We are once again excited to be accepting nominations for next year's Civil Rights Hall of Fame. This program honors leaders and advocates who have tirelessly worked to protect the rights of various populations throughout Florida," said Michelle Wilson, Commission Executive Director. "We must continue our efforts to honor the civil rights pioneers who came before us and use their heroic stories as a way to educate and empower our next generation."
Click here to submit a nomination.
