Awards and Recognition

The National Council on Family Relations, the NCFR Sections, and the Affiliate Councils have established modes of appreciation to recognize those individuals/groups that further the interests of the organization and/or exemplify the standards to which members aspire.These are distinguished colleagues who have unselfishly dedicated themselves to working in the family field, and have given outstanding service. NCFR provides a vehicle for honoring these people through its awards program.

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Award Winners

Find current and past award winners

NCFR Fellow Status

Fellow status in NCFR is an honor awarded to relatively few living members of NCFR who have made outstanding and enduring contributions to the field of the family in the areas of scholarship, teaching, outreach or professional service, including service to NCFR.

NCFR Honors Student Recognition Program

NCFR honors programs recognizes student members at graduation. Apply at the start of your final term.

for Members ONLY

NCFR Award Procedures Manual

National Council on Family Relations Sections and Affiliate Councils may establish modes of appreciation to recognize those individuals/groups that further the interests of the Section and Affiliate Councils and/or exemplify the standards to which members aspire.