Purpose

To recognize a volunteer Military Community Ambassador who has demonstrated exceptional leadership, influence, and strategic impact in advancing military community employment and workforce inclusion through the SHRM Foundation’s Military Community at Work initiative. This award honors volunteer ambassadors who not only champion military community talent in the workforce, but also actively builds relationships with HR stakeholders and employers with agency to institute cultural changes—creating sustainable, local pathways for impact.

Eligibility Criteria

• Must be an active 2026 SHRM Foundation Military Community Ambassador at the time of nomination. 
• Must have or anticipate reaching the 250 minimum reporting requirements within 2026. 
• Demonstrated leadership, influence, and strategic impact on workforce initiatives.
• Use of the SHRM Foundation’s Military Community Ambassador presentation materials.
• Completion of Qualtrics quarterly reporting form.
• Completion of Ambassador Training Modules and signed Ambassador pledge. 

Award Recognition

• All-expenses-paid trip to attend SHRM's Talent Conference in Aurora, CO from April 11-14, 2027.
• Monetary gift of $3,000.
• On-stage recognition during the award presentation.
• Dedicated opportunities to share best practices and success stories with SHRM community.
• Featured in SHRM/SHRM Foundation media.

Nomination & Selection Process

Self-Nomination Period

• Dates: November 4-December 6, 2026

Submission Requirements (via Submittable)

1. Completed eligibility form.
2. Completed self-nomination application.
3. Provide supporting documentation (optional).

Judging Panel

• SHRM/SHRM Foundation team members