Fargo Human Rights Commission

2002 MLK Award Recipients

Individual Award - Gladys Ray

Gladys Ray, a model of leadership, and respected American Indian elder, is being given the Human Relations Award for her knowledge, faith and service to American Indian support systems in the Fargo Moorhead metro area. Over the years, Gladys' work has been essential to understanding and attending to American Indians in the community. Gladys' work reminds us that creativity and respect are required in order to understand the American Indian perspective.

Business / Nonprofit Organization - The People Escaping Poverty Project (PEPP)

The People Escaping Poverty Project (PEPP) is being awarded for its anti-poverty efforts and work to support of low-income individuals and families in the areas of affordable housing, police accountability, immigration, health, and youth issues.