# Event Details - **Event Name**: 36th Annual Pauli Murray Awards Ceremony - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 17 May, 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sun, 17 May, 2026 at 06:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Who in your community is building a more just Orange County? Join us May 17 as we find out. Pauli Murray Awards | 3 PM | Hillsborough, NC.About this EventNominations and Student Submissions Now OpenOrange County is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Pauli Murray Awards and entries for the Human Relations Student Contest.Submit a nomination or student entry by April 15, 2026.Pauli Murray Award NominationStudent Contest SubmissionJoin Orange County, North Carolina in celebrating the 36th Annual Pauli Murray Awards Ceremony, a longstanding community tradition honoring individuals and organizations whose work advances civil rights, belonging, and human dignity in Orange County.About the AwardsThe Pauli Murray Awards are named in honor of the Reverend Dr. Pauli Murray, a poet, lawyer, civil rights pioneer, and the first Black woman ordained as an Episcopal priest.Each year, the Orange County Human Relations Commission and the Office of Civil Rights & Civic Life present awards in the following categories:Adult Award - An individual whose leadership advances fairness, justice, and equity in our communityYouth Award - A young person committed to civic life, leadership, and social changeBusiness/Organization Award - A business or organization that demonstrates a strong commitment to belonging and human dignityAdditional RecognitionWinners of the Human Relations Student Contest will also be recognized during the ceremony, highlighting student voices and creative expression.Event InformationDate: Sunday, May 17, 2026Location: Whitted Building, 300 TryonCost: Free and open to the publicRegistration is encouraged to help us prepare for attendance.Language AccessPrint applications are available in-office in English, Spanish, Burmese, Karen, French, Chinese (Simplified), and Arabic.Questions & AccommodationsFor more information, please contact the Orange County Office of Civil Rights & Civic Life at civilrights@orangecountync.gov or (919) 245-2594.To request language assistance, ASL interpretation, captioning, or other accommodations, please submit your request at least five business days prior to the event.To learn more about the awards visit . - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/hillsborough/36th-annual-pauli-murray-awards-ceremony/100001986808762492 - **Event Categories**: Contests, Art, literary-art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Hillsborough - **state**: NC - **country**: United States - **location**: Whitted Building - **lat**: 36.0773173 - **long**: -79.10550049999999 - **full address**: Whitted Building, 300 West Tryon Street, Hillsborough, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 36th Annual Pauli Murray Awards Ceremony - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/03f65a7c73e0689c759ef30eef24e4f7579d94f62640e01eb8e738382783798a-rimg-w1200-h600-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1775605745 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 36th Annual Pauli Murray Awards Ceremony being held? - **A:** 36th Annual Pauli Murray Awards Ceremony takes place on Sun, 17 May, 2026 at 03:00 pm to Sun, 17 May, 2026 at 06:00 pm at Whitted Building, 300 West Tryon Street, Hillsborough, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing 36th Annual Pauli Murray Awards Ceremony? - **A:** 36th Annual Pauli Murray Awards Ceremony is organized by Orange County (NC) Office of Equity & Inclusion. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 36th Annual Pauli Murray Awards Ceremony is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Hillsborough, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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