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Awards
Academy Awards

The American Academy of Nursing is pleased to recognize prestigious leaders with its annual awards. 

 

President's Award

The President’s Award, the highest individual achievement award given by the Academy, recognizes a Fellow who has made extraordinary, lifelong contributions to improving the health of individuals, families, and communities.

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Civitas Award

The Civitas Award recognizes an individual who exemplifies extraordinary dedication to excellence in promoting quality care. 

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Health Care Leader Award

The Health Care Leader Award recognizes an influential national leader dedicated to improving the health of the nation through contributions to organizational excellence.

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Lifetime Legacy Award

The Lifetime Legacy Award recognizes extraordinary individuals who have dedicated their life to advocating for positive health system changes.

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Mary Elizabeth Carnegie Leadership Award

The Mary Elizabeth Carnegie Leadership Award was established in 2023 during the Academy’s 50th anniversary year to recognize a Fellow whose significant and sustained contributions have advanced the organization’s core values of equity, diversity, and inclusivity in nursing and health care.

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Outstanding Leadership Award

The Outstanding Leadership Award recognizes Honorary Fellows of the Academy for exemplary service and perseverance as a champion of the nursing profession.

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Linda Burnes Bolton Polaris Award

The Linda Burnes Bolton Polaris Award was established in honor of the late Academy President, Living Legend, Fellow, industry leader, and generous benefactor. In alignment with Dr. Burnes Bolton’s legacy, this award will recognize an individual who exemplifies dedication to fulfilling the Academy’s mission through leadership within the organization by offering their time, talents, and building a philanthropic culture.

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Please email AANinfo@aannet.org if an awardee who should be recognized is not listed above. Academy staff continues to update this page based on historical records.