Each year, New England Archivists grant several awards to recognize and amplify the work of innovative and devoted stewards of the historical record. In preparation for awards season, NEA seeks nominations for: 

• The Archival Advocacy Award, given annually to an individual or institution demonstrating extraordinary support of New England archival projects and records.
  
• The Audio/Visual Professional Development Award, a monetary award given annually to one NEA member to support their professional development related to moving image, recorded sound, and time-based media.
  
• The Distinguished Service Award, given annually to an individual, institution, or group of individuals/institutions dedicated to the promotion of NEA’s objectives and who has made significant contributions to the profession, their institution, NEA, or the archival community in New England.
  
• The Richard W. Hale, Jr., Professional Development Award, a monetary award given annually to promote the professional development of archivists in the region.
• The Richard L. Haas Records Management Award, a monetary award to support a project that promotes increased cooperation, understanding, and knowledge between the archival and records management professions.
  

Applications will be open from December 1, 2024 - February 15, 2025. For more information on each award, including details on how to apply, visit our Awards page. 

In addition to granting awards, NEA’s Inclusion and Diversity Committee manages an honoraria fund to compensate people of color involved in a broad range of professional activities. Learn more eligibility, award amounts, and applications on our website.