Lottie B. Scott Community Diversity Award

The award, established in 2013, at the first “Celebrate Diversity” event, recognizes the achievements of an individual who has enhanced our interactions and our community.  The nominee will be recognized for their efforts to promote cultural equality, opportunity and understanding within our community. Nominees must work or reside in the Norwich Rotary service area, which includes Norwich, Griswold, Ledyard, Bozrah and Jewett City.

Previous Honorees

2019 – Zecheriah Stover

2018 – Bassem Gayed

2017 – Sheila Hayes

2016 – Alice Facente

2015 – Adam Bowles

2014 -Mr. Wong

2013 – Lottie Scott

The Rotary Clubs of Norwich Community Diversity Award

The Rotary Clubs of Norwich Community Diversity Award, established in 2016, was created to honor an organization in the spirit of the Lottie B. Scott (Individual) Diversity Award. Nominee Organizations must have a significant effect on diversity in the Norwich Rotary service area, which includes: Norwich, Griswold, Ledyard, Bozrah and Jewett City, and encourage and promote activities that bring members of diverse cultures together and expose the community to activities that further cultural awareness and education. 

Previous Honorees

2019 – Otis Library

2018 – Gallery at the Wauregan 

2017 – Norwich Arts Center  

2016 – Norwich Area Clergy