On Thursday, May 7, 2020 at 5:30pm at the City National Grove of Anaheim, hundreds of people will gather to celebrate and honor the outstanding human relations work of local individuals, businesses and groups at the annual AWARDS and fundraising gala in support of OC Human Relations, a nonprofit that works to create an Orange County where all people feel safe, valued and included.
Distinguished Business Award UBS Global Wealth Management (Orange County) embraces diversity and inclusion. As the world’s largest wealth manager, UBS Global Wealth Management provides comprehensive advice, solutions and services to families and individuals around the world. UBS takes a broad approach to diversity – a diverse workforce and inclusive culture is crucial to its
Distinguished Restorative Schools Program Dale Junior High School (Anaheim) whose Restorative Schools Program builds a safe and inclusive campus, and for their commitment to working collectively toward a positive school climate. About the Award The Distinguished Restorative Schools Program Award recognizes exceptional contributions to promoting, nurturing, protecting and/or cultivating a school campus that is safe,
Special #kNOwHATE Award Gideon & Jeanne Pepper Bernstein (Orange County) – At the beginning of 2018, Jeanne and Gideon Bernstein experienced an unthinkable loss when their 19 year old son Blaze, returned to Orange County for winter break from the University of Pennsylvania and was violently murdered days before he was supposed to return to
Diverse Community Leader Award Patty Turrell (Orange County) – Patty founded the non-profit, Women’s Journey Foundation, 19 years ago to address the disparity in the way women and girls see themselves and their true potential. She has determinedly planned and organized conferences, events and programs that promote healing, connecting, educating and empowering women of all ages
Diverse Community Leader Award Natalie Moser (Huntington Beach) -Natalie leads and/or supports numerous human relations programs and youth activities including the HBLISTENS Conversation Project, Cultural Heritage Month events and programs, the Youth Voices HB Essay and Art Contest, and the district-wide Student Day of Dialogue in the Huntington Beach Union High School District. Natalie envisions a
Diverse Community Leader Award Adriana Alba (Garden Grove) – Adriana Alba is a teacher at GGHS who goes above and beyond her job description each day to create a safe and respectful school environment for all Garden Grove students. Adriana became the advisor to the Bridges Program at GGHS 7 years ago because she wanted to
Outstanding Business Award Medtronic’s mission is rooted in respecting the dignity and personal worth of all employees. At Medtronic, employees and leaders actively participate in creating a culture of innovation that is defined by inclusion, diversity, and community engagement. Medtronic’s Brain Therapies Division is being recognized for its commitment to inclusiveness, promoting diversity in the
Special #kNOwHate Award A journalist with ProPublica, A.C. Thompson’s investigative journalism exposed hate groups involved in the 2017 Charlottesville “Unite the Right” rally. In the PBS’ Frontline “Documenting Hate: Charlottesville”, he methodically tracks down some of those at the center of the Charlottesville violence and some who had also been part of a series of
Community-Policing Award Commander Chuck Elms (Santa Ana Police Department) is a key member of the Chief’s Policing Philosophy Committee. Chief David Valentin formed the committee to develop the department’s policing philosophy, which would be used as a foundation for the department’s strategic plan. Commander Chuck Elms lead an initiative to engage community members and include