ASN Honors

The Reagan Excellence in Education Award is presented to education professionals who work to cultivate inclusive spaces and empower students with disabilities.

The Jeff Nolte Outstanding Parent Advocate Award is presented  to a parent who diligently and consistently works to create and sustain inclusive environments for their child.

The Ryan Sutton/Martin-Lovelace Chandler Advocacy Award is presented to an individual who advocates consistently for their right to choice and direction over their lives.

The Employer Recognition Award is presented to local professionals and/or organizations who cultivate inclusive hiring and training spaces within the workplace.

The Community Distinction Award is presented to an individual or organization whose work fosters a culture of care rooted in mutual aid, shared responsibility, and community empowerment.

The Volunteer Recognition Award is presented to an ASN Volunteer whose work and assistance significantly impacts our ability to carry out ASN’s mission.

The Linda Andrews Above and Beyond Award is presented to an ASN employee who goes above and beyond to create and sustain space, relationships, and opportunities for individuals and families we support.

The Keith Vire Throwing Starfish Award is presented to an individual who displays an ongoing commitment to value every person and positively impact their surrounding community.

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The Champions of Social Justice Award is presented to advocates who have made outstanding efforts to increase the awareness of rights issues for all persons and approach the act of caring for others through the lens of justice work.

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The Pam Biesiot Memorial Scholarship honors the life and work of Pam Biesiot who dedicated her life to assisting individuals with disabilities. The purpose of the scholarship is to support those who believe passionately that no one should live in an institution. Eligible applicants include all employees of Arkansas Support Network, Inc. and their immediate families and all individuals served by Arkansas Support Network, Inc. and their immediate families.