2023 Smalls Award Winners!

As you all know, 7 Cups is an ever-evolving community founded on compassion, learning and giving back, and it takes the efforts of the entire community to further build up and sustain those beliefs and continually empower one another.

The last 10 years tell the story of each one of us and how we connected to Cups and it transformed our lives as a community. Through thick and thin, solving problems, collaborating, healing, and flourishing, and all of it require a “can-do” attitude.

The Smalls Award is a badge created after Laura Small to honor her legacy and can-do attitude. It is a yearly award and ritual started in 2019 with Laura as its first recipient.

To expand recognition efforts and in the spirit of the decade milestone, we are thrilled to announce 3 winners who epitomize the can-do mindset. Here they are in no particular order:

@CheeryMango - The Subcom Coordinator who influenced and further structured and strengthened subcommunities. Their contributions to the subcommunities are immeasurable and have made a lasting impact. They have persevered through difficult times, and have emerged stronger and more determined than ever. They have proven that with grit and the right attitude, anything is possible. They have shown us that we can achieve our goals if we are willing to put in the effort and never give up.

@Sunisshiningandsoareyou - Most of us know them as Sunnie and they’re living up to their name and shining everywhere on Cups with their contributions. Sunnie has a big heart and a lot of passion for their work on 7 Cups. They are friendly, kind, and supportive to all they encounter and we are so proud of all the work they have accomplished in our community so far. Their unique perspective, attention to detail, and ability to capture the essence of subject matter in such a profound way were all hallmarks of their exceptional talent. They are an inspiration to all of us through inspiring leadership and we are deeply grateful to them for brightening our days.

@Beck1 - Back has a passion for hosting thought-provoking discussions for members and listeners. She started as a room supporter in the disability community and now has progressed into being someone who made a difference in the community.

Since becoming an Adult Teen Listener, she has worked closely on the teen side, promoting safety and ensuring teens feel safe in making decisions such as reporting. Beck1 also has provided valuable encouragement as Chat Support and Peer Support, ensuring that everyone has their questions answered in LSR and feels confident in their listening abilities. She has maintained an open and accepting mindset and continued to seek additional areas where she can provide support. Thank you Beck1, for doing what you do, it's appreciated, and I cannot thank you enough. We are so excited to see how you progress in your journey on 7 Cups.

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Congratulations—you are true champions leading by example, helping through your selfless dedication to creating more space for people to feel valued, respected, and supported. We look forward to seeing all that you will accomplish in the years to come. Thanks for caring for our community!

Shout out to our winners in the replies!