In recognition of retired Orientation and Mobility Director Meg Robertson's more than 30 years of service to the Commonwealth, the Massachusetts Commission for the Blind (MCB) has established the Meg Robertson Mobility Award. This award honors Meg’s tireless dedication, hard work, and advocacy within the blindness community.
The award is open to motivated white cane and dog guide users of all ages and abilities. We are specifically seeking individuals who demonstrate mobility skills at their current level and use their white cane or dog guide to increase their independence.
The nomination form must be completed by a Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS) or a National Orientation and Mobility Certificant (NOMC). There are three award categories: Youth, Adult, and DeafBlind Extended Supports (DBES).
Nominations should address the following:
- How has the person’s travel ability with a white cane or dog guide improved since the beginning of their O&M instruction to their current level?
- Where does the person travel with their white cane or dog guide?
- How has O&M instruction impacted their life?
The nomination period for the 5th Annual Meg Robertson Mobility Award is now open. All nominations must be submitted by August 8, 2025. To nominate an individual, please complete the nomination form.
A committee assembled by MCB will review the nominations and vote on the winners. The awards are presented annually at our White Cane Awareness Day Celebration in October.
Previous Winners
2024
Youth: Madelynn Burdette
Adult: Evon Manning
DeafBlind Extended Supports (DBES): Maria Girnius
2023
Youth: Nikolas Hourican
Adult: Syed Rizvi
DeafBlind Extended Supports (DBES): Edward Machado
2022
Youth: Gabriella Mann
Adult: June Ancillo
DeafBlind Extended Supports (DBES): No Nominations Received
2021
Youth: Isabella Vera Ortiz
Adult: Apple Almeida
DeafBlind Extended Supports (DBES): Dawn Estes