Previous Award Winners
2001 – G. Leon Curtis
2001 – Sprint
2001 – WA Relay Services
2003 – Lawrence Petersen
2005 – James Randall
2006 – KREM/KSKNTV
2009 – Charlotte Parsley
2009 – Office of Deaf & Hard of Hearing
2011
2013 – Ann Silver
2015 – Raymond Bateh
2015 – Laura Gramer
2017
2019 – Don Charles Davis
2021 – Karen Atwood, James “Dino” Christianson, Jim House, Christine Kostrubala, Karen Philo-House, and Deborah O’Willow (Office of Deaf and Hard of Hearing)
2023 – Ellie Savidge, Julia Petersen, Shawn Broderick, Theresa Smith, Allie Joiner, and Kristi Cruz.
2023 Honorees:
Pictured of the 2023 Honorees: Shawn Broderick, Julia Petersen, and Ellie Savidge
2021 Honorees:
Purpose
There are many individuals who constantly strived to increase opportunities for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing in the State of Washington for several years. They have contributed a significant amount of time and effort to enhance the lives of this population. WSAD has made a commitment to recognize these individuals.
Who Can be Nominated?
Any person, Deaf or Hearing, can be nominated for a Golden Hand award. However, the results of the individual’s efforts must have occurred in Washington State.
How Does One Nominate an Individual?
If you have an individual in mind that you believe should be recognized for their several years work of enhancing the lives of Deaf or Hard of Hearing, contact the Chair of “Recognition Awards” for an application form. After completing the application, send it back to the Chair for action.
Who Selects Nominees for An Award?
A committee selected by the Chair reviews all nominations submitted. After this review, the committee decides whether an award should be given or not. If the committee needs more information, they may contact you. All committee decisions are final.
How are Selected Nominees Recognized?
Selected nominees are honored at the WSAD Conference and given a Commendation Letter from the President of WSAD and a “Golden Hand Award.” They are also recognized in the WSAD Newsletter which is distributed throughout the state.