2008 U. S. Dept. of Justice Special Commendation

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Dr. Mildred Muhammad doesn't just advocate for survivors; she forges pathways to liberation. A transformative force for over two decades, her fearless advocacy, groundbreaking education, and powerful empowerment work have ignited tangible change in the fight against domestic violence.

Her vital leadership has been recognized with numerous prestigious awards from national institutions, media, and community organizations. These honors are more than accolades. They are testaments to her unbreakable courage and her undeniable impact as a global architect of a safer world.

• 2025 ~ Seat Of Honor, awarded by B FREE 2 FLY INTL, I AM ENOUGH, Survivor's Symposium 2025
• 2025 ~ Honorary Doctorate of Humanities (D.Hum.), awarded by the School of the Great Commission Theological Seminary for her distinguished global work in advocacy, education, and domestic violence awareness.
• 2024 ~ Governor Wes Moore appoints Dr. Mildred Muhammad to Maryland State Board of Victim Services* 
• 2023 DomesticShelters.Org Purple Ribbon Lifetime Achievement Medallion Award
• 2022  Who's Who in America: Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award
• 2020  In Prince George's County, Maryland, Council Member Jolene Ivey and Council Chair Todd M. Turner honored Mildred Muhammad with a Proclamation of Appreciation in recognition of her "Exemplary Role in the Fight Against Domestic Abuse."
• 2019 The Telly Awards ~ Ep25: The Mildred Muhammad Story
• 2019 ACHI TV Personality of The Year Award
• 2018 ACHI Woman of Inspiration Award
• 2016 Chase the Dream Culture, Arts & Beauty “Evening of Cultures” Award
• 2015 African-American Author’s Expo Award
• 2015 Appreciation Award Roosevelt S.T.A.Y. High School Commencement
• 2013 Slantress “Inspire” Award

Presented the Community Service Award for Domestic Violence

• 2013 The Purple Rose Award ~ Arab-American Coalition Against Domestic Violence.
• 2013 Spirit To Live Beauty Award Atikal Foundation

In recognition of your endurance, focus, and determination to surpass adversity

• 2013  Domestic Violence Awareness Award
• 2013  Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc
• 2009  Redbook Heroes: Strength & Spirit Award
• 2009 U. S. Dept of Justice/Office of Justice Programs/ Office for Victims of Crime ~ Certificate of Appreciation
• 2008  Shirley Chisholm Woman of Courage Award 
• 2008 U. S. Dept. of Justice Special Commendation Office on Violence Against Women

The Honorable Cynthia Dyer, Director

In recognition of your extraordinary contributions to the prevention of domestic violence 

and in appreciation for your commitment to the mission of the 

Office on Violence Against Women (photo above)

• 2007 – Present:  Military Installation Certificate of Appreciations, Awards & Coins
• 2004 – Present: Receive awards, medals, plaques and certificates from various nonprofit organizations, federal agencies and corporations regarding assisting others on the issues of domestic abuse/violence.