The Janet Laperle Encouragement Award

One For All of Massachusetts

The Janet Laperle Encouragement Award was established in 2021 and is given each year to one person who is seen as a mentor that encourages other self-advocates to reach their goals in advocating for their needs. They should embody the spirit, leadership, and encouraging nature of Massachusetts Advocates Standing Strong’s former Chairperson Janet Laperle. Janet was loved by many because she was genuinely interested in helping people advocate and reach their goals. She was a friend to anyone and everyone. 

To nominate someone they must be:

  • A leader and mentor in the self-advocacy movement who has the ability to guide and encourage other people to be strong self-advocates.

  • A person who you see as someone who is not only a leader in Massachusetts, but also someone who spends time mentoring and encouraging other self-advocates.

Nomination Form

Please answer all the questions about the person you are nominating. If you need help, ask a friend, support person, your regional coordinator, or email Angel at info@WeAreMASS.org or call 857-360-0134.

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