Individual Achievement Award

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Closing on: Feb 28, 2025

Individual Achievement Award

This award recognizes individual NAYGN members who exemplify the pillars and mission of the organization through consistent exceptional leadership and outstanding participation. Nominees are self-nominated or peer-nominated for their dedication to NAYGN’s objectives and their impactful contributions to NAYGN events and initiatives. This award will only be awarded once in an individual’s career.

Clarification and Criteria:

  1. Pillars and Mission of NAYGN
    • NAYGN’s mission is to provide opportunities for a young generation of nuclear enthusiasts to develop strong leadership and professional skills, create lifelong connections, engage and inform the public, and inspire today’s nuclear technology professionals to meet the challenges of the 21st century.
    • The pillars of NAYGN include Professional Development, Public Information, Networking & Mentorship, Knowledge Transfer.
  2. Exceptional Leadership
    • Demonstrated leadership in advancing NAYGN’s mission, including leading initiatives, organizing events, mentoring members, or driving the chapter’s strategic objectives.
    • Exhibiting qualities such as initiative, decision-making, motivating others, and influencing positive outcomes for the chapter or organization.
  3. Outstanding Participation
    • Consistent, active involvement in NAYGN events, such as volunteering, attending meetings, contributing to projects, or supporting chapter activities.
    • Making significant contributions to the success of NAYGN events, initiatives, or objectives, whether through time, resources, or expertise.

Suggested Nomination Guidelines:

  • Exemplifying the Pillars and Mission: Provide specific examples of how the nominee exemplifies the mission and pillars of NAYGN through their actions and leadership.
  • Exceptional Leadership or Participation: Detail the nominee’s contributions to NAYGN, highlighting how they have gone above and beyond in their leadership or participation. Include specific accomplishments or initiatives led by the nominee.
  • Measurable Impact: If possible, provide evidence of the nominee’s impact, such as outcomes from events they led or feedback from peers or colleagues.

Individual Achievement Grading Rubric:

CriteriaDescriptionPoints
Alignment with NAYGN Mission and PillarsDemonstrates clear alignment with NAYGN’s mission and pillars, including leadership, technical excellence, community service, and advocacy.0–5
Exceptional LeadershipEvidence of outstanding leadership, such as initiating or leading successful projects, mentoring others, or guiding chapter activities.0–5
Outstanding ParticipationDemonstrates sustained, active engagement in NAYGN events, projects, or chapter activities with measurable impact.0–5
Impact and EffectivenessEvidence of the nominee’s impact through measurable outcomes or feedback, such as successful initiatives or positive change.0–5
Peer RecognitionDemonstrates recognition by peers for leadership or participation, such as endorsements or testimonials.0–5

Scoring Guidelines:

  • Total possible score: 25 points

Evaluation Process:

  • Each criterion is scored independently by reviewers.
  • Final scores are averaged across reviewers to ensure fairness and consistency.
  • Several recipients can be awarded an Individual Achievement Award.

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DEI Commitment

This award nomination abides by the NAYGN Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commitment:
Diversity and inclusion are at the core of NAYGN’s mission and values. As an organization, we are committed to ensuring an equitable, authentic, and inclusive culture for our members and the nuclear industry. We will focus on growing our relationships with diverse groups while simultaneously building trust, growth, and creativity across all chapters. NAYGN will continue to learn about and celebrate our members’ differences to foster a positive environment. NAYGN actively seeks and welcomes the participation of underrepresented or marginalized groups including but not limited to: women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQ+ community, persons of all ages, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and other communities.

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