The Peace Islands Institute PA(PIIPA) presents awards to distinguished members of our community in recognition of their outstanding service, hard work, and sacrifice. The Annual Public Heroes Appreciation Awards recognize and thank first responders, government employees working in homeland security and public safety, and individuals who work tirelessly for a peaceful community.
The awards serve as an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of these outstanding individuals who have made significant contributions to promoting peace, safety, and security in our communities. By recognizing their efforts, we aim to inspire others to follow in their footsteps and make a positive impact in their communities. We are proud to host this annual program as it aligns with our mission to promote a civil society based on shared human values of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and to appreciate the selfless contributions of individuals who work for the betterment of our communities.
Peace Islands Institute Pennsylvania (PIIPA) hosts an Annual Public Heroes Appreaciation program to appreciate and honor law enforcement officers for their exceptional work in keeping our communities safe and building a peaceful environment. This event is a way to express our gratitude to the law enforcement officers who have sacrificed their time and energy to serve the community. The program recognizes the significant role these public heroes play in creating a peaceful and safe environment for all members of the community.
The Annual Public Heroes Day program is an opportunity for the community to come together to recognize and appreciate the hard work and dedication of law enforcement officers. Through this program, PIIPA aims to highlight the importance of building a peaceful community, and how it is a collective effort that requires the contributions of everyone. By honoring the heroes of the community, the program serves as a reminder of the sacrifices and challenges faced by law enforcement officers, and their commitment to serving and protecting the community.
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Michelle Henry – Attorney General
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Sarun Chan – Executive Director
Cambodian Association of Greater Philadelphia
Inspector Jarreau Thomas – Inspector
Philadelphia Police Department
Rabbi David Straus – Rabbi Emeritus
Main Line Reform Temple
Imam Quaiser Abdullah – Director
Muslim Engagement, City of Philadelphia
Jacqueline C. Romero
Dominick Mireles
Director, Philadelphia Office of Emergency ManagementLt. William Slaton
Heritage Affairs Section Commander, PA State Police
Stephanie Sun
Randy Duque
Deputy Director, Community Relations for the City of Philadelphia
Abby Stamelman Hocky
Executive Director, Interfaith Philadelphia
Jacqueline Maguire
Special Agent in Charge, FBI Philadelphia Field Office
Danielle M. Outlaw
Police Commissioner, City of Philadelphia
Robert Warner
Director, Cure Violence Philadelphia
Rob Reed
Executive Deputy Attorney General, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
» Zane David Memeger – United States Attorney
» Robert A. Zauzmer – Assistant U.S. Attorney
» Robert Reed – Executive Assistant U.S. Attorney
» Edward Hanko – Special Agent in Charge, FBI Philadelphia Field Office
» Sam Rabadi – Special Agent in Charge, ATF Philadelphia Field Division
» Mike Stack – Lieutenant Governor of Pennsylvania
» Richard Negrin – Deputy Mayor for the City of Philadelphia
» Seth Williams – Philadelphia District Attorney
» Charles Ramsey – Philadelphia Police Commissioner
» Richard J. Ross Jr. – 1st Deputy Police Commissioner
» Kevin J. Bethel – Deputy Philadelphia Police Commissioner
» Amy L. Kurland – Inspector General for the City of Philadelphia
» Catie Wolfgang – Chief Service Officer, SERVE Philadelphia
» Hernan Guaracao – AL DIA News
» Ira Harkavy – University of Pennsylvania
» Jane Golden – Mural Arts of Philadelphia
» John F. Smith, III – Board Chair of the Global Philadelphia Association
» Phil Cunningham – St. Joseph’s University
» Sam Katz – History Making Productions
WHAT WE DO
Peace Islands Institute Pennsylvania (PIIPA) seeks to promote a civil society based on shared human values of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We aspire to advance the aims of social justice and human rights through education, dialogue, and collaboration.
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