PILLAR AWARDS

We are a coalition of individual whistleblowers, grassroots activists, public interest advocates and policy makers. We provide a sense of community and mutual support for whistleblowers or civil and human rights activists.

The Pillar is awarded to notable civil and human rights champions; previous recipients include Representative Elijah Cummings (D-MD), Senator Charles “Chuck” Grassley (R-IA) and Senator Claire McCaskill (D-MO). The Pillar is awarded to politicians, community activists and journalists—including documentary filmmakers.

Bacha Bareesh, Shadows of Innocence

Best Short Award

directed by Najia Khaan

Covert

Best Screenplay Award

written by Guilherme Augusto Oliveira

Courtney Williams

Shaw-Marven Pillar Award

Williams is recognized for bringing forward allegations involving sexual harassment, abuse of power, and a culture of impunity within one of the military’s most secretive communities.

Rep. Al Green

Political Courage Award

Rep. Al Green (D‑TX) is a veteran civil‑rights advocate and longtime member of Congress, first elected in 2005.