The Governor’s Office of Disability Affairs will host the Governor’s Outstanding Leadership in Disabilities (GOLD) Awards Ceremony at the Old State Capitol on December 13, 2011. The GOLD Awards annually honor individuals in the disability community statewide for their outstanding achievements. The ceremony featured 11 award winners introduced by their nominators Executive Director of the Governor’s Office of Disability Affairs Brandon Burris said, “The GOLD Awards are a special tribute to those who have selflessly served Louisiana’s disability community. The GOLD Award winners have achieved remarkable accomplishments and strived to make a positive impact in the lives of others. This celebration not only acknowledges the honors of the award recipients and nominees, but inspires all Louisiana citizens to strive to build a better Louisiana.”

View the Award Winners here.