The Salem Award for Human Rights and Social Justice is given each year to keep alive the lessons of the Salem Witch Trials of 1692 and to recognize those who are speaking out and taking action to alleviate discrimination and promote tolerance. 

In recognizing and honoring them, we publicly acknowledge the powerful significance and practical consequence of their work and join them in fostering acceptance, compassion and reconciliation. The Salem Award Foundation also sponsors lectures, panel discussions and other programs on topics related to promoting human rights and social justice, and supports the public Salem Witch Trials Memorial. 

DR. JONATHAN SHAY: RECIPIENT OF THE 19^th ANNUAL SALEM AWARD FOR HUMAN RIGHTS AND SOCIAL JUSTICE  

For his work in helping the military to understand post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and for bringing to public attention the specific causes, effects, and complex realities of war-induced psychological injury.  Learn more about Dr. Shay and his work.

ANNENBERG FOUNDATION RECOGNIZES THE SALEM AWARD

The Salem Award Foundation for Human Rights and Social Justice has been awarded a $25,000 two year unrestricted grant from the Annenberg Foundation.