Mental Health Paladin Award 2026

Mental Health Paladin Award 2026

In 2022, during Mental Health Day at the Capitol, the Behavioral Health Services Coalition presented the inaugural Mental Health Paladin Award to Andy Miller. In 2026, the award will be presented in person at the Mental Health Day at the Capitol event on February 18, 2026.
NOMINATIONS WILL CLOSE ON January 16, 2026.

The award’s title was originally suggested by former Coalition chair, the late Sherry Jenkins Tucker, and was subsequently endorsed by the Coalition. The word Paladin is a synonym for hero. It refers to the
12 fictional knights of Charlemagne’s court who crusaded in the 8th century for the
cause of good and order. Paladins reappear in mythology during the renaissance
as knights of the round table serving King Arthur. The hero in a 1950s television
show was named Paladin. And most recently Paladins are featured as righteous
warriors in video games. In short, a Paladin is a leading champion for a cause.

To be selected as a candidate for the Mental Health Paladin Award, the
following criteria must be met.

CRITERIA:

- Has demonstrated sustained leadership in mental health advocacy in
the state of Georgia.
- Has consistently supported recovery and been an advocate for
recovery-focused services.
- Has been unblinking, forceful and courageous in confronting stigma.

NOMINATIONS WILL CLOSE ON January 16, 2026.
Mental Health Day at the Capitol 2026 Paladin Award

WHO IS YOUR NOMINEE?
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Describe how this candidate has consistently supported recovery and been an advocate for recovery-focused services:
Describe how this candidate has been unblinking, forceful and courageous in confronting stigma:
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