Nominations Sought For 2026 Peacemaker Award

Do you know someone who deserves recognition for promoting peace and civility in our community?

The Dispute Resolution Center of Thurston County (DRC) is seeking nominations for the 2026 Evan Ferber Peacemaker Leadership Award. Established in honor of Founding Executive Director Evan Ferber, this annual award recognizes individuals who have demonstrated extraordinary leadership in strengthening civil discourse, and promoting peaceful dispute resolution and civility.

Members of the community are encouraged to submit nominations for this award, which will be presented later this year at the DRC’s Celebration of Peacemakers event.

Click here to learn more. The deadline for submitting nominations is March 1st, 2026.

The Dispute Resolution Center serves residents of Thurston and south Mason Counties through a wide range of resources to prevent and resolve conflict, and improve communication, including mediation, conflict coaching, training, group facilitation and youth services.