Awards
In recognition of accomplishments to the fields of treatment and prevention in Georgia, the Georgia School of Addiction Studies (GSAS) will present the awards below at our afternoon awards luncheon.
Nomination forms for 2026 awards will be available in June.

Ray Avant Excellence in Prevention Award
In recognition of accomplishments to the field of prevention in Georgia.
Congratulations to our 2025 winner, Terrie Moore!
Prevention Rising Star Award
In recognition of the successful efforts of substance abuse prevention projects and activities by a young person in Georgia.
Congratulations to our 2025 winner, Jackson Brandenburg!


Paula Crane Excellence in Addiction Treatment Award
In recognition of accomplishments to the field of treatment in Georgia.
Congratulations to our 2025 winner, Joelyn Alfred!
Buddy Horton Excellence in Treatment Award
In recognition of an organization's accomplishments to the field of treatment in Georgia.
Congratulations to our 2025 winner, Mary Hall Freedom Village!


Recovery Champion Award
In recognition of accomplishments to the field of recovery in Georgia.
Congratulations to our 2025 winner, Jeff Breedlove!
