The Jagils Lifetime achievement award is presented to a leader who has demonstrated an unyielding commitment to civil rights and Human rights in recognition of their dedication to advancing justice, peace and freedom for workers and community members in their daily work. Their commitment to justice and peace must have brought about great change in society and their commitment to freedom exemplifies the vision needed to advance the rights for all people. Those who receive the lifetime achievement award exemplify the spirit of the mission and vision of Jacobs-Abbey Global Institute for Leadership Studies.