The Melnik Award, named after IWIRC founding Chair, Selinda Melnik, is awarded to a member whose contributions to IWIRC, over an extended period of time, have been exceptional. Through her efforts, she made a lasting impact on the mission of IWIRC.
The Fetner Award, named in honor of our founding Vice Chair, Martha Fetner, is awarded to a member for exemplary service to IWIRC, through efforts over the past year or several years, especially aimed at bringing members together through regional and international conferences, efforts and relationships. This award is given to a member whose contributions to IWIRC have helped to fuel the growth and expansion of IWIRC’s mission globally.
The Ryan Award was founded in honor of IWIRC founding Secretary/Treasurer, Laureen Ryan. The Ryan Award is for the IWIRC network that best exemplified IWIRC in the past calendar year. All chartered IWIRC networks are eligible. While each network will be asked to submit a report to be considered for the award, we welcome nominations from members as well.
