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2024 Polaris Star Awards

Fri January 26, 2024 UCF Rosen College of Hospitality Management
Orlando, FL 32819 US

Polaris Star Award Awardees

Education:

  • Community - National Center for Missing & Exploited Children
  • Corporate Partner - Hilton Hotels & Resorts
  • International Educator - The Mauvano Project 
  • Non-Profit Educator - My Life, My Choice

Agents for Change:

  • Law Enforcement - Chad Goodling, Metropolitan Bureau of Investigation
  • Legal -Bradley J. Edwards - Managing Partner at Edwards Pottinger LLC
  • Major Events - Tim Tebow, Tim Tebow Foundation
  • Media - Benji Nolot, Exodus Cry

Survivor Champions:

  • Individual Advocate - Olivia Littleton, One More Child
  • International Non-Profit -Atlas Free
  • Regional Non-Profit - Phoenix Dream Center
  • Wellbeing Services - One More Child

Sportlight Award:

  • Inspiration - Rebecca Bender

Catalyst Award:

  • Kim Brewster

Event Agenda

5:30 p.m. to 6:20 p.m. - Wine tasting Reception

6:30 p.m. to 6:50 p.m. - It’s A Penalty Presentation

6:50 p.m. to 7:10 p.m. - HTMS Center Announcement

7:10 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. - Polaris Star Awards and Buffet Dinner

About the Event

The Polaris Star Award Gala is an annual event that brings together individuals, organizations, businesses and activists who are dedicated to combating human trafficking. This prestigious award ceremony, hosted by United Abolitionists, Inc., honors and recognizes the outstanding efforts and initiatives made in the fight against modern-day slavery and exploitation.

 

In 2024, the Polaris Star Awards Gala will be partnering with It’s a Penalty. An organization that raises awareness through campaigns during major sports events, educating on issues of abuse, exploitation and human trafficking, and equipping people with the knowledge and skills to identify and report suspicious activity. As part of this collaboration, It’s a Penalty will present a powerful panel during the event, discussing innovative strategies and initiatives to combat human trafficking.

Tickets / Sponsorships

2024 Polaris Star Awards - Individual Ticket

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2024 Polaris Star Awards - Table (10 Seats)

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Location

UCF Rosen College of Hospitality Management
9907 Universal Blvd
Orlando, FL 32819 US

UCF Rosen College of Hospitality Management
9907 Universal Blvd
Orlando, FL 32819 US

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