NNABA is proud to nominate and recognize leaders that exemplify excellence in the profession for the professionʻs highest awards. The below list are native honorees that NNABA has been proud to support and celebrate.
ABA Spirit of Excellence
2024 – Sara Hill
2023 – Diandra Benally
2022 – Gabe Galanda
2021 – Barbara Creel
ABA Thurgood Marshall Award
2023 – John Echohawk
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