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Fill out the form on this page to tell CNN about someone you know who qualifies as a hero.
(Note: This is not a vote. Please do not nominate the same person more than once.)
*Required fields marked with asterisks.
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First, please tell us a little bit about yourself.
*First name:
*Last name:
*City:
*State/Province:
ZIP code:
*Country:
E-mail address:
Phone number:
*Date of birth:
*How long have you known the person you are nominating as a CNN Hero?
*What is your relationship to your nominee?
Where did you first hear about CNN Heroes?
Either an e-mail address or phone number is required.
Please note: CNN may contact you for more information about your nominee.
Next, please tell us about the person you are nominating to be a CNN Hero.
*First name:
*Last name:
*City:
*State/Province:
ZIP code:
*Country:
E-mail address:
Phone number:

Either an e-mail address or phone number is required.


Age:
25 and under
26-49
50+
*Select a category:
Championing Children: Commitment to the welfare of young people
Community Crusader: Creating solutions to a local problem or social issue
Defending the Planet: Innovative efforts to preserve and protect the environment
Medical Marvel: Dedication to the enhancement of human health
Protecting the Powerless: Advancing the cause of human or equal rights
Other: Use this category if your hero's cause doesn't fit into one of those above
*In your own words, why does your nominee deserve recognition as a CNN Hero? Please describe in detail your nominee's specific accomplishment and what was involved in achieving it. Be sure to include the dates of the activities.
(200 word maximum)
*How have your nominee's efforts made a difference for the better? Please describe their impact, potential impact and how they have inspired others.
(100 word maximum)

*Is there a specific incident or turning point that motivated your nominee to take action? (100 word maximum)
Is there anything else that makes your nominee exceptional or unique? (100 word maximum)
How will being recognized as a CNN Hero further your nominee's cause? (50 word maximum)
If you would like to share any websites or online articles about your nominee's activities, you may enter up to 3 links here.
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