Community Service Award
The Community Service Award recognizes the work by an individual or organization making outstanding contributions to improve the quality of life for under-served populations and communities affected by crime.
Nominations consist of a letter of nomination and the nominee’s CV. Self nominations are welcome.
2023 Community Service Award Recipient
Shuja Moore is a passionate filmmaker and dedicated community advocate based in West Philadelphia. Shuja's commitment to narrative justice in media and empowering his community shines through his work in film and advocacy. At 22, Shuja faced a life-altering experience after being arrested and ultimately convicted for an accidental murder following a struggle to gain possession of a firearm. After serving 12 years in prison, he was released in 2016, determined to create positive change. Since his return, Shuja has been instrumental in facilitating over a $1,000,000 in business and resident support for his community. His outstanding contributions have earned him recognition, including being honored as a "Remodeled Citizen" by the Mayor's Office of Black Male Engagement and receiving the Community Service Award from the Division on People of Color and Crime at the American Society of Criminology.
Previous Awardees | 2012 - Present
2021 – Chenelle A. Jones
2020 – Kwan-Lamar Blount-Hill
2019 – Zachary Norris
2018 – Xochitl Bervera
2017 – Pam Africa & Ramona Africa
2016 – Kenneth Polite
2015 – Nancy Rodriguez
2014 – Linda Starr
2013 – Jody E. Owens
2012 – Ameena Matthews