most distinguished English-language monograph in the field of ethnomusicology, published as the author’s second or a later monograph (Society for Ethnomusicology)
book that has made important contributions to our understanding of racism and our appreciation of the rich diversity of human cultures (Cleveland Foundation)
book that critically addresses an issue of contemporary public importance; brings to the topic a fresh, imaginative perspective; advances social scientific understanding of the topic; displays a theoretically informed view and empirical orientation; evinces quality in style of writing; and explicitly or implicitly contains implications for courses of action (Society for the Study of Social Problems)
book that best serves to further the goals of the DCC by providing an outstanding example of an effort to highlight relevant research, topics, frameworks, theories, etc. (Division on Critical Criminology & Social Justice - American Society of Criminology)
books that have led readers to a better understanding of other cultures, peoples, religions, and political points of view [fiction or nonfiction](Dayton Literary Peace Prize Foundation)
work that is theoretically rich, ethnographically grounded, and in the spirit of the SCA tradition: interdisciplinary, experimental, and innovative (Society for Cultural Anthropology)
best non-fiction book published in English that focuses on the causes, prevention, response, or consequences of genocide and mass atrocities (Institute for the Study of Genocide)
books that honor Lillian Smith, the most liberal and outspoken of white, mid-twentieth century Southern writers on issues of social and racial injustice (Southern Regional Council)
first book published in American studies that highlights intersectional dynamics in the study of race, gender, class, sexuality, and/or nation (American Studies Association)
books covering the history, sociology, or other facts, about a cultural minority group, including any non-Western or nondominant cultures (Forward Indies)
book in Science and Technology Studies which makes an important contribution to public debate or social change and has distinctive societal and political relevance (Society for Social Studies of Science)
book that most faithfully and forcefully reflects Robert Kennedy’s purposes – his concern for the poor and the powerless, his struggle for honest and even-handed justice, his conviction that a decent society must assure all young people a fair chance, and his faith that a free democracy can act to remedy disparities of power and opportunity (RFK Human Rights)
book that has made important contributions to our understanding of racism and our appreciation of the rich diversity of human cultures (Cleveland Foundation)
outstanding social work contributions that advance knowledge with direct applications to practice, policy, and the resolution of social problems (Society for Social Work and Research)
books that have led readers to a better understanding of other cultures, peoples, religions, and political points of view [fiction or nonfiction](Dayton Literary Peace Prize Foundation)
books written by a member of or about a cultural minority group, giving insight into non-Western or nondominant cultural experiences and values (Forward Indies)
book-length writings by authors of color (PEN America)
Other Awards: Broad Scope/Intersectionality
Note: the awards listed in this section are general in nature, but many of the winners tend to cover race, social justice, and other DEIA-related themes.
new, critical, and cutting-edge books that make a significant contribution to the anthropology of education (Council on Anthropology and Education - American Anthropological Association)
most outstanding 21st Century Literacies publications that bring to the forefront the importance and impact of this work (Initiative for 21st Century Literacies Research)
honors a published book that reflects one or some of the varied areas of expertise represented in Jackie Kirk’s areas of commitment, primarily gender and education and/or education in conflict (fragile states, post-conflict, peace education) (Comparative & International Education Society)
exemplary books that make a significant contribution to the knowledge base of educator preparation or of teaching and learning with implications for educator preparation (American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education)
