Robert F. Drinan Award for Distinguished Service

    Named in honor of the late Father Robert F. Drinan, a former member of Congress who chaired the Section in 1990-91, this award recognizes individuals whose sustained and extraordinary commitment has advanced the Section's mission of providing leadership to the legal profession in protecting and advancing human rights, civil liberties, and social justice.

    Atlanta lawyer and activist C. Elisia Frazier to receive ABA Robert F. Drinan Award

    The American Bar Association Section of Civil Rights and Social Justice will honor C. Elisia Frazier, Atlanta lawyer and civil rights and social justice advocate, with its Father Robert F. Drinan Award for Distinguished Service in an online presentation Feb. 19, 2021, at 5 p.m. ET during the ABA Midyear Meeting.

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    About the Recipient

    "Elisia walks her talk. Over the years, I have observed Elisia’s strength, perseverance, and impeccable leadership under challenging circumstances and I continue to be inspired by her service, grateful for her mentorship and honored to follow in her footsteps," said Angela Jean Scott, chair of the Section of Civil Rights and Social Justice.

    About the Award

    Named in honor of the late Father Robert F. Drinan, a former member of Congress who chaired the Section in 1990-91, this award recognizes individuals whose sustained and extraordinary commitment has advanced the Section's mission of providing leadership to the legal profession in protecting and advancing human rights, civil liberties, and social justice.

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    Past Recipients

    Past recipients of the Father Robert F. Drinan Award for distinguished service are among some of the most illustrious and determined members of the Section, include Father Drinan himself.

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