PHSA Rising Star Award Nomination Form

In order to foster a new generation of leaders across the country who represent their states in human services, developmental disabilities, long term care and child welfare law, the Public Human Services Attorneys (PHSA) have introduced a rising star award this year.


The criteria for this award is as follows:

  • Active in developing and/or supporting improved legislation, public policy, and practice pertaining to the administration of public welfare
  • Supports inclusiveness and innovation in the discussion and exchange of information in the area of public welfare law
  • Exhibits a high degree of professionalism and competence in their field of work
  • Demonstrates emerging leadership qualities within their field of work
  • Person of integrity, courage, good humor, and compassion
  • Cordial in interactions with others
  • Commitment to growing the practice of public human services law in their practice community


Deadline for nominations is Friday, June 30, 2023. If you have any questions, please contact Marie Comito at mcomito@aphsa.org.

Nominee Information

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Who are you nominating?

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