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2025 Dr. Martha Taylor Sarno Advocacy Award

How much do you know about our incredible founder?

Every nonprofit organization begins with an idea, a calling to do something important for a community! The NAA Board and Operations Team has the honor and privilege of holding the vision of Dr. Martha Taylor Sarno at the center of everything we do!

Read (and Listen) to her dream for the NAA on our Meet our Founder page!

You can help us find someone to receive our highest honor: The Dr. Martha Taylor Sarno Advocacy Award!

The National Aphasia Association is now accepting nominations for the Dr. Martha Taylor Sarno Advocacy Award. This award honors an individual who has made a powerful impact in raising awareness and understanding of aphasia.

Eligibility:

  • Must be an individual (not an organization) with aphasia or carepartner
  • Significant impact in aphasia awareness or advocacy
  • Willing to participate in the announcement

 

Selection Criteria:

  • Impact – Visible difference in the community
  • Authenticity – Honest, heartfelt advocacy
  • Reach – Influence beyond immediate circles
  • Relevance – Alignment with NAA’s mission and Dr. Sarno’s legacy

Preview the nomination form here, then Nominate an advocate!

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS: Sunday, August 31st at 6pm EDT

The Dr. Martha Taylor Sarno Advocacy Award will be presented on Day Two of the Speaking Out Conference! We can’t wait!