Each year, Riverside County honors youth who have shown exemplary character while overcoming some of life’s most significant challenges during our Jamil Dada Character Excellence Youth Awards. In spite of their difficult and sometimes tragic situations, these young people have been identified as leaders in their communities, determined to earn a high school diploma, and/ or in pursuit of a post-secondary education. The awards adhere to the Six Pillars of Character.
Six Pillars of Character
Trustworthiness
Be honest and reliable. Be loyal and keep your promises.
Respect
Treat others with respect and follow the golden rule. Be considerate of the feelings of others and live peacefully.
Responsibility
Be accountable for your words, actions and attitudes. Set a good example for others.
Fairness
Play by the rules and treat others equally.
Caring
Be kind and compassionate. Express gratitude. Help people in need.
Citizenship
Get involved in community affairs and volunteer. Stay informed. Protect the environment.
Trustworthiness * Respect * Responsibility * Fairness * Caring * Citizenship
CHARACTER COUNTS! and Six Pillars of Character®
are service marks of the
CHARACTER COUNTS! Coalition,
a Project of the Josephson Institute of Ethics
www.charactercounts.org
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View our recent and past honorees and sponsors.
