SCC Young Leader Award

About the category 

Awarded to a professional under age 40 who contributes to and engages with the standardization network. This person has demonstrated exceptional leadership in standardization.

Selection criteria 

• under age 40 by the date of the SCC Awards ceremony 
• contributed significantly to national or international standardization efforts for at least 2 years
• demonstrated exemplary participation, leadership or technical assistance in the development, promotion or implementation of policies, standards or guides (through certification or accreditation programs)
• other qualities: 
  • engaged and active participant
  • growth and continued progressive responsibilities in their standardization work
  • collaborative and team oriented
  • demonstrated vision
  • strong leadership growth potential

Award submissions and selection process 

SCC’s online nomination form is available when applications are open. It will require:

• curriculum vitae (for individual awards) or profile (for organizational or committee awards)
• 2 to 3 letters of recommendation highlighting why the nominee should be selected for the award

• examples of how the nominee demonstrates the qualities outlined for the specific award 

   

Our awards committee considers every nomination that is submitted and selects the winners based on a scoring system.

We encourage applications from women, visible minorities, youth and LGBTQ+ communities, and from anyone who is passionate about developing gender responsive standards. If you believe you have the skills to contribute and lead, send us your application.