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Read stories of those who provide a shining example of the heroic work performed everyday throughout the Department.

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              Champion of Equity Award Recipient Curtis Atkinson Feature
                                                      **2022 Champion of Equity Award Recipient**
USCIS' Curtis Atkinson raises awareness of cultural diversity in the workplace and society through his concept of sharing "immigrant stories" and more.
                                                        Read Curtis' Story
                                                                          
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              Michael Cuccio, Secretary’s Meritorious Service Silver Medal Award recipient.
                                                      **2022 Meritorious Award Recipient**
Mike Cuccio's initiatives make significant improvements at FEMA, in the Supply Chain Integration Branch and beyond.
                                                        Read Mike's Story
                                                                          
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              Yolanda Jackson - Secretary's Award for Championing Equity Recipient
                                                      **2022 Champion of Equity Award Recipient**
FEMA's Yolanda Jackson's personal mission is something engrained in her DNA, ensuring that all people across the country receive the resources and support they need.
                                                        Read Yolanda's Story
                                                                          
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              Lt. Jonathan Orthman
                                                      **2022 Valor Award Recipient**
U.S. Coast Guard pilot Lieutenant Jonathan Orthman, received the DHS Secretary’s award for Valor for heroic actions while rescuing a 70-year-old fishing vessel from stormy seas.
                                                        Read Lt. Jonathan Orthman's Story
                                                                          
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              2022 Valor Award Recipient Flight Mechanic Jimmy Schwader
                                                      **2022 Valor Award Recipient**
U.S. Coast Guard AET2 Jimmy Schwader, received the DHS Secretary’s award for Valor for heroic actions while rescuing a 70-year-old fishing vessel in challenging weather conditions.
                                                        Read AET2 Jimmy Schwader's Story
                                                                          
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              AST2 Grant Roberts
                                                      **2022 Valor Award Recipient**
U.S. Coast Guard AST2 Grant Roberts, a rescue swimmer, received the DHS Secretary’s award for Valor for heroic actions while rescuing a 70-year-old fishing vessel owner.
                                                        Read AST2 Grant Roberts' Story
                                                                          
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              Public Service Recognition Week May 1-7, 2022. Employees share why they serve.
                                                      We asked employees why they chose to become public servants.
                                                        Read Why DHS Employees Serve
                                                                          
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              Lt. Justin Neal
                                                      **2022 Valor Award Recipient**
U.S. Coast Guard Lieutenant Justin Neal piloted his crew members through challenging weather conditions to rescue a 70-year-old fishing vessel owner.
                                                        Read Lt. Justin Neal's Story
                                                                          
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                                                      **2022 Valor Award Recipient**
Car jacker apprehended by ICE Special Agent Stephen "Daniel" Southerland.
                                                        Read Daniel's Story
                                                                          
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                                                      **2022 Valor Award Recipient**
Transportation Security Officer (TSO) Wally West stopped an active shooter outside of his apartment.
                                                        Read Wally's Story
                                                                          
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                                                      **2022 Valor Award Recipient**
Border Patrol Agent (BPA) Robert Holmes assisted law enforcement with a 911 call regarding a suicidal individual, helping save the man's life.
                                                        Read Robert's Story
  
    
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