Nominations Open for the Inaugural Maryellen P. Harper Outstanding Volunteer Service Award

ASSP Region VI is proud to announce the creation of the Maryellen P. Harper Outstanding Volunteer Service (MPHOVS) Award. This award recognizes those members of ASSP who perform substantial volunteer service to the local or regional EHS community above and beyond the duties required as a member of the ASSP.  Such volunteer service must be made in a sustained and direct nature towards the profession, must be significant in nature to produce tangible results, and must reflect favorably on the region and the ASSP.  The MPHOVS is intended to recognize exceptional community support over time and not a single act or achievement. Further, it is intended to honor direct support of local and regional member and community activities.

Eligibility:

Member of ASSP for a minimum of 10 years (open to any membership category), with a minimum of 7 years of volunteer service within ASSP. This can be within a chapter(s) or at the Region level and is intended to recognize the “unsung hero” who works behind the scenes. There is no specific time period to qualify for the MPHOVS (for example 500 hours of service within 24 calendar months), approval authorities will ensure the service to be honored merits the special recognition afforded by this medal. The candidate does not have to hold or have held a formal office, but rather should demonstrate consistency in volunteering for the profession overall. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a long history of adding value to the members of Region VI through their volunteerism. The candidate will be seen in their peer group as a resource and mentor.

Application packet:

Letters of recommendation from other members of ASSP (minimum of 2), detailing the candidate’s service and explaining how this individual has made an impact on the profession. Resume, if available, but not required. Email your

Nominations are now open from 12/16- 2/15. If you know someone who embodies the spirit of volunteerism and has made a significant impact through their service, we invite you to nominate them today! Email directora@region6.assp.org to submit your nomination.

Winner will be announced on May 1st. The award can be presented at a Chapter meeting, Region meeting and will be honored at the 2025 Region VI PDC.

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Mark your calendars for the 39th Annual American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) Region VI Professional Development Conference (PDC)! This year looks to be our biggest conference yet and the perfect opportunity for you to showcase your products and services to a highly engaged and diverse audience of safety, health, and environmental professionals from across 6+ states. We have several levels and unique offerings available to prospective sponsors & exhibitors.

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Sponsors

Our sponsors help ensure we can provide the highest quality conference for the best value for our attendees, speakers, and exhibitors. Learn more about the different ways you can partner with us by becoming a Leveled or by selecting any of the other unique sponsorship opportunities introduced this year.

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Exhibitors

Our exhibitors can showcase their products and services to a highly engaged audience from around our region and beyond. Our conference attracts hundreds of attendees eager to explore innovation solutions and connect with industry leaders. By exhibiting with us, you’ll have the unique opportunity to expand your brand’s reach, build valuable relationships, and directly engage with decision-makers who are actively seeking ways to enhance safety and health in their organizations.

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Thank you to our 2024 PDC Sponsors

We are now accepting nominations for the ASSP Region 6 Safety Professional of the Year (SPY) Award! This prestigious honor recognizes a member who has demonstrated exceptional dedication, expertise, and contributions to the safety profession within our region. From technical achievements and leadership to community involvement and advancing safety initiatives, the SPY Award highlights those who set the standard in safety and health. If you know someone who embodies these qualities, nominate them for this award and celebrate their impact. Nominations are open until February 1, 2025. Don’t miss this chance to honor a deserving professional!

Read more about this award and nomination packet on the page here: https://region6.assp.org/spy/

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The ASSP Regional SPY award is an honor acknowledging the dedication and outstanding contributions of a member to a specific Region.  Criteria in which a candidate is judged include:

1. Demonstrated technical expertise in the broad field of safety and a thorough knowledge of the operational aspects of his/her nominee’s safety employment.
2. Demonstrated outstanding contributions to the Society, Council, Region, or Membership Community activities, including committee or task force chair, officer, services to members, lecturer at seminars, etc.
3. Professional contributions to advance the Safety Profession, such as fostering professional development, public/community services, instructor at educational institutions, involvement in codes and legislation, articles written, work with allied groups, etc.
4. Awards and innovations, including citations, honors, plaques; or new procedures or systems developed.
5. Leadership in establishment, maintenance, and improvement of technical or Society programs in the organization nominee serves or elsewhere.
6. Other personal achievements related to safety and health.
7. Endorsements by superiors and verification by associates, in the form of letters on appropriate stationery of the employer, Membership Community, or Council.

You can download the package for the Regional SPY Application process by clicking here.

You can download the package for the Chapter SPY Application process by clicking here.

The Deadline to submit a completed package to be considered for Regional SPY recognition is February 1st of each year.

Packages should be emailed to Member & Chapter Affairs Committee: arvp-member@region6.assp.org