 Essie Silva lived the dream of a society in which all cultures were appreciated and respected. As reported in the Congressional Record, Congressman Bill Lehman said of Essie Silva: "Her awareness and sensitivity to the challenges facing this community and her ability to build coalitions to address them, is a legacy none of us will ever forget." The Essie Silva Community Builder Award recognizes an individual who has been able to make a difference in addressing particular community problems affecting different cultural or ethnic groups.
Nominee's volunteer experience does not have to be within the United Way system. (Elected officials may not be nominated.) |
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| 1. Please provide a history of the nominee's effort in enhancing relationships and furthering cultural understanding among Miami-Dade's diverse community. |
| 2. What particular accomplishments of this nominee most closely resemble the standards by which Ms. Silva was described? |
| 3. Please relate an example of how this individual has enhanced the quality of life of a person or group of people in our community. |
| 4. What sets this nominee apart from other individuals involved in community projects? |
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