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Dr. Laura Boyd 2027 Champion for Children & Families Award

Call for Nominations

For nearly two decades, The FFTA Public Policy Institute has united family-serving professionals, passionate champions, lived-experts, cross-sector partners, and community stakeholders to advance policies that prioritize the well-being of children, families, and communities. Dr. Laura Boyd spearheaded these impactful events for years, as just one of her many contributions to FFTA and our sector. Dr. Boyd is truly a champion for children and families. Although Dr. Boyd has retired from her work at FFTA, she remains a dear friend and inspiration to us all. As such we recognize her spirit, tenacity, and dedication to this important work by announcing our Dr. Laura Boyd 2027 Champion for Children & Families Award Call for Nominations.

Award Nomination Qualifications

Individuals nominated must have demonstrated Dr. Boyd’s spirit of public engagement in the following fields this past year:

  • Youth Mental & Emotional Well-Being

  • Family Well-Being

  • Child Welfare

Nominations should highlight dedication to shaping public policy and driving change that go above and beyond routine work.

Examples of Public Engagement

  • Policy and Rule Development: Work that influences creation or amendment of impactful laws, rules, and policies

  • Public Awareness Campaigns: Initiatives such as public service announcements, social media campaigns, and community events that raise awareness

  • Government Agency Partnerships: Establishing partnerships with government agencies to collaborate on policies, share expertise, and contribute to the development of effective and responsive services and programs

  • Research or Data Advancement: Conducting and disseminating research to support policy changes, program improvements, and resource allocation

  • Resource Allocation Impact: Securing funding for essential services, such as mental health support, educational resources, and community-based programs

Nominations are due by February 19, 2027. The award winner will be selected and notified by March 19, 2027. Eligible nominees must be affiliated with an active FFTA member organization and able to attend the FFTA Public Policy Institute in Washington D.C., on May 17 and 18, 2027. Submit a nomination today!