NorthwestNovember 18, 2011

MOSCOW - The Latah County Human Rights Task Force is accepting nominations for the 2012 Rosa Parks Human Rights Achievement Awards.

Nominations will be accepted through Dec. 21.

Criteria for nominees include, but are not limited to: length of active participation in human rights causes; a record of leadership and accomplishment; and manifestations of special courage and commitment in opposing bigotry and celebrating diversity.

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Nominations should include a one-page letter describing activities and accomplishments, which includes background of the person. Nomination letters can be mailed to the Latah County Human Rights Task Force, P.O. Box 8613, Moscow, ID 83843; or emailed to Joann Muneta at jmuneta@uidaho.edu.

The awards breakfast will be Jan. 14 at Moscow Junior High School.

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