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State's Attorney Richard A. Devine
and the
Community Relations & Special Events Unit
For More Information Call (312) 603-8714
ABOUT EL HUMANITARIO AWARD
Since 1991 the Cook County State's Attorney's Office
has annually paid tribute to an outstanding Hispanic
Lawyer in recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month, which
runs from September 15 through October 15. Candidates
for the award are selected by members of the State's
Attorney's Hispanic Advisory Council.
El Humanitario Award recipients will be selected based
on the following criteria:
- Leadership, Honor, Integrity, and Fairness
- Community Involvement
- Charity and/or Pro Bono Work
- Youth Involvement and/or Mentorship Programs.
In addition to honoring outstanding attorneys who exemplify
the qualities of serving justice in the community, our
office also provides two internship positions in
the State's Attorney's Office. Additionally, a $1,000
scholarship is donated by our sponsor, State Farm Insurance.
The internships are intended to inspire young people
to pursue their dreams and perhaps return to work one
day in the State's Attorney's Office.
Each nomination must be submitted in the form of a
letter, explaining the reason for the recommendation.
This letter should reflect as much information as possible
to support the consideration of the individual based
on the criteria for award selection. To nominate an
individual, please send the letter to:
Cook County State's Attorney's Office
Community Outreach Unit
69 W. Washington, 20th Floor
Chicago, Illinois 60602
The Community Outreach Unit can be contacted
at (312) 603-8710
PAST EL HUMANITARIO AWARD RECIPIENTS
2005
Javier E. Zamora
2004
Karina Ayala Bermejo
2003
Amalia Rioja
2002
David Cerda
2001
Jesses H. Ruiz
2000
Ruben Castillo
1999
Gregory P. Vasquez
1998
Gery Chico
1997
Patricia Mendoza
1996
Martin Castro
1995
Norma Reyes
1994
Leticia Magdaleno
1993
Manuel M. Sanchez
1992
Virginia Martinez
1991
Raymond G. Romero
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