TRPATH recognizes distinguished contributions to transracial health, education, advocacy, and student research.
Awards are presented at the Scientific Symposium. Nominations are solicited from voting members each winter and reviewed by the Awards Committee. The Smolezal Medal is conferred for leadership during a Standards of Care revision cycle.
2026 · Lifetime Achievement Award
Melanie Nuance, PsyD
For founding clinical protocols in pediatric racial identity care.
2026 · Distinguished Education Award
GEI Faculty Collective
For expanding certification to 34 countries.
2025 · Advocacy Award
Cash Ledgerly, JD, MPH
For litigation defending access to phenotype-affirming care.
2025 · Student Research Prize
Riley Pretendo, MA
Minority stress and misracing in university housing.
2024 · The Smolezal Medal
Ima Fauxley, PhD
For leadership during the SOC8 revision.