Announcement: Accepting Nominations for the Conner Byestewa Jr. Award

The Tribal EPA Region 9 Conference announces Accepting Nominations for the Conner Byestewa, Jr. Award.

Since 1999, the Tribal EPA Region 9 Conference has celebrated the life and legacy of Conner Byestewa, Jr. by bestowing the Conner Byestewa, Jr. Award in his name on a Tribal environmental professional from Region 9. Through his work as the Director of Environmental Protection and the Agriculture Regulatory Office for the Colorado River Indian Tribes (CRIT), Conner set the bar for environmental protection in Region 9 and beyond. We are proud to open nominations for the 2021 Conner Byestewa, Jr. Award.

In recognition of Conner Byestewa Jr.’s commitment to environmental protection and Tribal heritage, we are accepting nominations that showcase those who have demonstrated
leadership in Tribal environmental protection. We welcome nominees whose work strengthens Tribal sovereignty and self-determination, improves human health, and enhances community relationships. If this sounds like someone you know, please submit a nomination by September 1, 2021, using the nomination form on the Conner Byestewa, Jr. Award page.

We are humbled to honor those who continue Conner’s work in Region 9 and look forward to receiving your nominations.

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