Dolly Parton Honored with 2024 State Department & Recording Academy Peace Through Music Award
Dolly Parton at State Department Award
Photo Credit: U.S. State Department / Recording Academy (Dolly Parton)
Dolly Parton has been awarded the 2024 Peace Through Music Award by the U.S. State Department and Recording Academy. This prestigious recognition celebrates music professionals who promote global peace and cross-cultural understanding through their work.
The award ceremony took place at the Grammy Museum in Los Angeles, coinciding with the launch of the American Music Mentorship Program. Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr. praised Parton's lifelong commitment to enriching communities worldwide.
Parton's selection recognizes her contributions beyond music, including:
- The Imagination Library program for children's education
- Crucial funding for COVID-19 vaccine research
- Decades of promoting understanding and unity through music
Lee Satterfield, Acting Under Secretary of State for Public Diplomacy and Public Affairs, emphasized Parton's role as an ambassador of American values, citing her musical excellence and philanthropic work.
The award selection process involves:
- Nominations from U.S. embassies worldwide
- Review by a joint committee of Recording Academy members, State Department leaders, and industry professionals
- Final approval from the Assistant Secretary of State for Educational and Cultural Affairs
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