2026 FMHCA Annual Conference Award Nominations

Nomination Procedure
Nominations may be submitted by any current FMHCA member. To support the selection process, nominations should include a clear and well-organized narrative with specific examples and supporting documentation that illustrate the nominee’s qualifications and contributions relevant to the award category.

The deadline for award submissions is 11/1/25

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* 1. Full Name of Nominee

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* 2. Current position or title of Nominee

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* 3. Email Address of Nominee

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* 4. Phone Number of Nominee

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* 5. Select nomination category (only one can be selected per submission):

Advocate of the Year
Recognizes exceptional advocacy efforts impacting FMHCA's mission through:
Legislative or policy work at any level
Advancement of mental health issues (e.g., managed care, third-party payments)
Development of programs benefiting consumers or professionals
Distinguished service to FMHCA’s advocacy initiatives

Chapter of the Year
Honors a chapter that demonstrates excellence in:
Strengthening FMHCA’s state presence
Providing meaningful services to members
Delivering impactful programs to the public

Mental Health Counselor of the Year
Celebrates a licensed professional who has made a significant contribution to:
FMHCA initiatives or leadership
Policy development at local, state, or national levels
Critical mental health issues or program innovation

Graduate Student of the Year
Recognizes a student member who exemplifies excellence through:
Academic achievement
Clinical skill or professional promise
Contributions to the field via research, writing, or service

Volunteer of the Year
Honors a dedicated FMHCA member whose exceptional volunteer service:
Enhances organizational operations
Reflects a consistent commitment beyond expected duties

Outstanding Community Service Award
Acknowledges an FMHCA member whose service:
Addresses community mental health needs
Promotes the counseling profession at the local level
Inspires future community engagement

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* 6. Letter of Nomination

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* 7. Full name of person submitting nomination

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* 8. Current position or title of person submitting nomination

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* 9. Email address of person submitting nomination

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* 10. Nominee Photo

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* 11. Nominee's Vitae/Resume

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