[National Council of Teachers of English](https://ncte.org)

November 1, 2026 (Nomination deadline)

No monetary award; recipients receive a plaque and recognition at the CCCC Annual Convention.

Honors CCCC/NCTE members for sustained service improving experiences of sexual and gender minorities in academia and local communities.

--- ## Description The Stonewall Service Award, presented by the Conference on College Composition and Communication (CCCC), recognizes members of CCCC/NCTE who have demonstrated a sustained commitment to improving the experiences of sexual and gender minorities. The award celebrates individuals whose service and leadership have fostered inclusivity and advocacy within the organization, the broader profession, and their local communities. Recipients are honored for making a meaningful difference through their work to advance equity and support for LGBTQ+ individuals in higher education and beyond. --- ## Due Dates - November 1, 2026: Nomination deadline (nominations, including at least three letters or a single letter with three signatories and a full CV, due to cccc@ncte.org) --- ## Funding Amount - The award does not provide a monetary prize. - Recipients receive a plaque and are recognized at a reception during the CCCC Annual Convention. --- ## Eligibility - Nominees must be members of CCCC/NCTE. - The award recognizes individuals who have consistently worked to improve the experiences of sexual and gender minorities within CCCC/NCTE, the profession, or their local communities. - Both self-nominations and nominations by others are accepted. --- ## Application Process - Nominations must include: - At least three nominating letters (or a single letter with at least three signatories) - A full curriculum vitae (CV) of the nominee - Submit all materials by email to [cccc@ncte.org](mailto:cccc@ncte.org) by the deadline. - The recipient is notified in January following the deadline. - Award presentation occurs at the CCCC Annual Convention. --- ## Additional Information - Past recipients include a range of educators and advocates recognized for their leadership and service in support of sexual and gender minorities. - The award is conferred annually, though not every year has a recipient. --- ## External Links - [Stonewall Service Award Program Page](https://cccc.ncte.org/cccc/awards/stonewall) - [CCCC Grants & Awards Overview](https://cccc.ncte.org/cccc/awards) - [National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) Homepage](https://ncte.org) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact | |-------------------|----------------------------------------------| | Nominations/Info | [cccc@ncte.org](mailto:cccc@ncte.org) | | NCTE General | [Contact NCTE](https://ncte.org/contact-us/) | | Phone | 217-328-3870 |

Stonewall Service Award

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