International Service Award
The International Service Award recognizes a certified athletic trainer(s) who have displayed exceptional commitment in the education and development of athletic training in an international setting.
Eligibility Criteria
- NATA member in good standing
- Established commitment in advancing athletic training internationally
Nomination
Individuals can be nominated by a current NATA member or self-nominated. The name and email of the person being nominated should be sent to Dr. Jeff Konin. Once received instruction will be sent to the nominee on completion of the application packet and submission to the International Committee prior to the deadline.
Nominations are being accepted through October 1.
Selection Criteria
Evidence of work in one or more of the following criteria:
- Significance of International Outreach/Engagement
- Service and Leadership Internationally
- Enriching the Profession Internationally
- Impact on NATA membership
- Impact on NATA partners and/or international organizations
- International Advocacy
International Partner Award
The International Partner Award recognizes a professional organization or individual(s) who demonstrates a documented contribution to the advancement of athletic training, athletic therapy, sports medicine or injury care and prevention. This award is typically awarded to a professional international society or an individual who is currently working in an international setting.
Eligibility Criteria
Established commitment in advancing athletic training/therapy internationally
Nomination
Individuals and organizations will be nominated by a current NATA member. Individuals making the nomination must include a comprehensive statement illustrating the nominee’s merits for consideration. Nominees are NOT required to provide information for this award. Thus, it is important for the nominator to provide significant detail of merits that relate to the Selection Criteria. Other letters of support may be submitted to support merit for award recognition (not required for consideration).
International Partner Award nomination information should be sent to Dr. Jeff Konin.
Nominations are being accepted through October 1.
Selection Criteria
- Significance of International Outreach/Engagement
- Service and Leadership Internationally
- Enriching the Profession Internationally
- Impact on NATA membership
- Impact on NATA partners and/or international organizations
- International Advocacy
Please address questions regarding the International Committee Awards to Dr. Jeff Konin at drjeffkonin@gmail.com