
Welcome to the US CPTED Association Awards submission page for our upcoming annual conference. These awards recognize exceptional contributions to the field of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) and celebrate the individuals, organizations, projects, and research advancing safer communities.
Below you’ll find details for submitting nominations for the Timothy Crowe Practitioner of the Year Award, Oscar Newman Project of the Year Award, Jane Jacobs Organization of the Year Award, and the C. Ray Jeffery Research of the Year Award. We invite you to recognize a peer, organization, project, or research effort that has made a meaningful impact in CPTED.
The Timothy Crowe Practitioner of the Year Award acknowledges an individual who has demonstrated exceptional commitment and impact in applying CPTED principles.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Impact and Innovation: Significant contributions to improving community safety through innovative CPTED applications.
- Leadership and Advocacy: Leadership in promoting CPTED, including public education and policy development.
- Professional Development: Dedication to advancing CPTED knowledge through training and mentoring others.
Nomination Process:
To nominate someone for Practitioner of the Year, please complete the form below. You will need to submit the following details:
- Nominee Information: Full Name, Title, Organization, Email, Phone
- Nominator Information: Full Name, Title, Organization, Email, Phone, Relationship to Nominee
- Nomination Letter: A letter (max 1 page) detailing the nominee’s contributions and impact in CPTED
- Letters of Support: At least one letter (max 1 page) from a colleague or community member supporting the nominee’s achievements
- Additional Documentation: Optional, up to 5 pages of documentation such as photos or assessments
- Nominee’s Personal Statement: A 500-word statement from the nominee discussing their CPTED contributions, leadership, and professional development
The Oscar Newman Project of the Year Award recognizes an outstanding project that has effectively incorporated CPTED principles.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Project Phases: Significant phases of the project must have been completed in the last three years.
- CPTED Principles: The project must clearly demonstrate the application of CPTED principles.
Nomination Process:
To nominate a project for Project of the Year, please complete the form below with the following details:
- Project Information: Project Name, Location, Completion Date or Phases Completed, Project Lead’s Contact Information
- Nominator Information (if different from Project Lead): Full Name, Title, Organization, Email, Phone, Relationship to Project
- Nomination Statement: A nomination statement (max 1 page) explaining the project’s objectives and significance in relation to CPTED principles
- Project Summary: A project summary (max 1 page) detailing CPTED incorporation and the project’s impact, including statistics and photo documentation
- Additional Documentation: Optional, up to 10 pages of supporting documentation
The Jane Jacobs Organization of the Year Award honors an organization that has demonstrated significant contributions to the field of CPTED through innovative practices, effective implementation, and community impact.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Organization Type: Open to non-profit organizations, law enforcement, private firms, and government agencies.
- Demonstrated Impact: Significant contributions to improving community safety through CPTED innovations.
- Leadership and Advocacy: Leadership in promoting CPTED, including public education, policy development, and advocacy.
- Professional Development: Dedication to advancing CPTED knowledge within the organization through training and workshops.
- Community Engagement: Success in fostering collaboration with community members and stakeholders.
Nomination Process:
To nominate an organization for Organization of the Year, please complete the form below: We Require
- Organization Information: Organization Name, Type (e.g., Non-Profit, Law Enforcement), Address, Contact Person’s Name, Title, Email, Phone
- Nominator Information (if different from Contact Person): Full Name, Title, Organization, Email, Phone, Relationship to Organization
- Nomination Statement: A nomination statement (max 2 pages) detailing the organization’s contributions and impact in relation to CPTED principles
- Project Summaries: Summaries of significant CPTED projects or programs led by the organization (max 2 pages). Include objectives, outcomes, CPTED integration, and project status.
- Impact Evidence: Data or case studies demonstrating the organization’s impact (max 10 pages). This may include photos, assessments, community feedback, or testimonials.
The C. Ray Jeffery Research Award honors outstanding research that advances the field of CPTED through innovation, practical application, and measurable impact.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Research Timeline: Research must have been completed or published within the last 3 years
- CPTED Integration: Research must clearly incorporate, evaluate, or expand upon CPTED principles
- Research Type: Eligible submissions may include academic research, applied research, program evaluations, practitioner-led studies, or evidence-based policing initiatives
- Impact and Contribution: Demonstrates meaningful contributions to CPTED knowledge, policy, or real-world application
Nomination Process:
- Research Information: Research title, completion date, and author(s)
- Primary Contact: Full name, title/position, organization, email, and phone number for the research lead
- Nominator Information (if different): Full name, title, organization, email, phone, and relationship to the researcher
- Nomination Statement: Maximum 1 page describing the significance of the research and its contribution to CPTED
- Research Summary: Maximum 1 page outlining objectives, methodology, CPTED application, and key findings
- Additional Documentation: Copy of the published paper/report or a direct URL link to the research
- Submission Deadline: Submit all materials by the listed deadline

