Honors
"The 9/11 Medals are awarded to recognize varying levels of exemplary service, public policy leadership, and contributions to security resilience." Through these honors, we recognize individuals and organizations that have distinguished themselves in policing, public safety, and the protection and resilience of the global transportation sector.
We honor our fallen colleagues and all those who continue the fight against terrorism and other serious crime within our global communities. We strive to advance innovation, educate, train, and provide best practices to achieve these efforts for critical infrastructure, mass events, transportation, and border security.
We ensure no authority is deprived of knowledge and access through our assistance programs for the good of public safety — to make a safer world.
"Morrone was an innovator, forward-thinking, and an advocate to assist countries across the globe, including third-world nations."
The Morrone Educational Committee was established at the 9/11 Memorial on September 11, 2002. In 2012, it was made a standalone 501c3 organization, and supports the INTERPORTPOLICE in our education, training, and honors efforts.
9/11 Medals
The 9/11 Center bestows honors upon individuals and organizations who have made exceptional contributions to public safety, security, and the global fight against terrorism.
Order of the International Police and Public Safety 9/11 Medal
Bestowed on law enforcement and public safety individuals who have contributed in an extraordinary and selfless manner in the fight against terrorist activities through prevention, protection, and preparedness. May also be bestowed for valor.
Distinguished Security Commendation 9/11 Medal
Awarded for a significant and distinguished contribution at the national or local level for extraordinary achievement or project accomplishment. May be given to an individual, authority, or government.
Fred V. Morrone 9/11 Memorial Medal
Fred V. Morrone 9/11 Memorial Medal
Presented in the name of Superintendent Fred V. Morrone to an individual who has shown an extraordinary contribution to making the world a safer place — a public safety or policy leader who has significantly advanced homeland, transportation, or border security.
Fred Morrone was our close colleague — the Executive Vice President and incoming President of the Board of INTERPORTPOLICE at the time of his death. His innovative ideas and global aspiration to educate officers on counterterrorism throughout the transportation security global theater was his vision.
9/11 Transportation Enterprise Security Award
Recognizing organizations that excel in enhancing transportation security through prevention, protection, and preparedness. This award honors the outstanding contributions of public and private sector organizations to the global security enterprise.
Learn More →Honor Categories
The honors system recognizes officers, officials, and organizations who have made significant achievements in policing, public safety, and security, and who are committed to serving and protecting their Country and the global community.
They must still be actively involved in what they are nominated for. The only honors that can be awarded after someone's death are valor awards for bravery. Whether an individual receives an honor is decided by the Secretary, the Board of Governors, or the Honors Committee.
Honor Achievement in:
- Lifetime Achievement
- Aviation
- Maritime
- Intelligence
- Counterterrorism
- Transport
- Border Management
- Science & Technology
- Public Safety
9/11 International Police and Public Safety Medal
- Policing
- Public Safety
- Authority / Government Organization
9/11 Technology and Security Award
- Public and private organizations for innovative security technology, equipment, or products
Note: You can only nominate individuals or organizations for honors as appropriate to the medal or award.
Medal Recipients
Individuals recognized for extraordinary contributions to public safety, security, and the global fight against terrorism.
| Recipient | Country | Honor |
|---|---|---|
| Brent Thompson | US | IPMv |
| Brian Lopez | US | IPMv |
| Capt. Kathy Mazza | US | IPMv |
| Daniel Yu | US | IPMv |
| David Lakicker | US | IPMv |
| Detective Claude D. Richards | US | IPMv |
| Detective Joseph V. Vigiano | US | IPMv |
| Gabriel Garcia | US | IPMv |
| John Moynihan | US | IPMv |
| Lt. Robert Cirri | US | IPMv |
| Officer Anthony Infante Jr. | US | IPMv |
| Officer Antonio Rodrigues | US | IPMv |
| Officer Bruce Reynolds | US | IPMv |
| Officer Christopher Amoroso | US | IPMv |
| Officer Clinton Davis | US | IPMv |
| Officer David Lemagne | US | IPMv |
| Officer David Prudencio | US | IPMv |
| Officer Dominick Pezzulo | US | IPMv |
| Officer Donald Foreman | US | IPMv |
| Officer Donald McIntyre | US | IPMv |
| Officer Donna Bernaerts-Kearns | US | IPMv |
| Officer George Howard | US | IPMv |
| Officer Gregg Froehner | US | IPMv |
| Officer James Lynch | US | IPMv |
| Officer James Nelson | US | IPMv |
| Officer James Parham | US | IPMv |
| Officer James Romito | US | IPMv |
| Officer John Perry | US | IPMv |
| Officer John Skala | US | IPMv |
| Officer Joseph Navas | US | IPMv |
| Officer Kenneth Tietjen | US | IPMv |
| Officer Liam Callahan | US | IPMv |
| Officer Maurice Barry | US | IPMv |
| Officer Milton Bustillo | US | IPMv |
| Officer Nathaniel Webb | US | IPMv |
| Officer Patrick Hoey | US | IPMv |
| Officer Paul Jurgens | US | IPMv |
| Officer Richard Guadagno | US | IPMv |
| Officer Richard Rodriguez | US | IPMv |
| Officer Robert Fazio | US | IPMv |
| Officer Thomas Gorman | US | IPMv |
| Officer Uhuru Houston | US | IPMv |
| Officer Walter McNeil | US | IPMv |
| Police Officer Brian G. McDonnell | US | IPMv |
| Police Officer Glen K. Pettit | US | IPMv |
| Police Officer James P. Leahy | US | IPMv |
| Police Officer Jerome M. Dominguez | US | IPMv |
| Police Officer John D'Allara | US | IPMv |
| Police Officer John W. Perry | US | IPMv |
| Police Officer Mark J. Ellis | US | IPMv |
| Police Officer Moira A. Smith | US | IPMv |
| Police Officer Paul Talty | US | IPMv |
| Police Officer Ramon Suarez | US | IPMv |
| Police Officer Robert Fazio | US | IPMv |
| Police Officer Ronald P. Kloepfer | US | IPMv |
| Police Officer Santos Valentin Jr. | US | IPMv |
| Police Officer Stephen P. Driscoll | US | IPMv |
| Police Officer Thomas M. Langone | US | IPMv |
| Police Officer Vincent G. Danz | US | IPMv |
| Police Officer Walter E. Weaver | US | IPMv |
| Raymond Woods | US | IPMv |
| Richard Donohue | US | IPMv |
| Robert Pedregon | US | IPMv |
| Sean Collier | US | IPMv |
| Sergeant John G. Coughlin | US | IPMv |
| Sergeant Michael S. Curtin | US | IPMv |
| Sergeant Rodney C. Gillis | US | IPMv |
| Sergeant Timothy A. Roy | US | IPMv |
| Sgt. Robert Kaulfers | US | IPMv |
| Steve Zouzounis | US | IPMv |
| Supt. Fred V. Morrone | US | IPMv |
| Alan Black | US | IPM |
| Jacques Brunelle | CA | IPM |
| James Douglass OBE | UK | IPM |
| Jean-Pierre Devos | BE | IPM |
| Michael Fedorko | US | IPM |
| Thomas Argenbright | US | IPM |
| Tony Negus | AU | IPM |
| William Christiansen | US | IPM |
| Yasin Durna | TR | IPM |
| David V. Aguilar | US | IPM |
| Ilkka Laitinen | FI | IPM |
| Kevin McAleenan | US | IPM |
| Michael J. Borg | US | IPM |
| Mike Wimberly | US | IPM |
| Douglas Ziegler | US | IPM |
| Jay Grant | US | IPM |
| John Miller | US | IPM |
| Peter Kosters | NL | IPM |
| Raymond Kelly | US | IPM |
| Scott Wilson | UK | IPM |
| Stephen Sadler | US | IPM |
| Brian Lacey | US | IPM |
| Craig Fugate | US | IPM |
| Roberto Hylton | US | IPM |
| Arjeh van der Sluis | CA | IPM |
| Kevin Gallagher | US | IPM |
| Pamela Gibbon | CA | IPM |
| Richard Putman | NL | IPM |
| Vasileios Kowtsoliakos | GR | IPM |
| Betty P Kelepecz | US | IPM |
| Charles Ramsey | US | IPM |
| Director Joseph Lawless | US | IPM |
| Duane McCray | US | IPM |
| Henk van Unnik | NL | IPM |
| John Donlon QPM | UK | IPM |
| Kathleen Kraninger | US | IPM |
| Mark Richard Roberts | UK | IPM |
| Steven Deel | US | IPM |
| Timothy Kimsey | US | IPM |
| Chris Trelawny | UK | IPM |
| Christian Dupont | FR | IPM |
| Connie Patrick | US | IPM |
| John Fleming | UK | IPM |
| Kevin Doyle | US | IPM |
| Paul J. Lipscomb | US | IPM |
| Peter Neffenger | US | IPM |
| Robert Hecker | US | IPM |
| Russell Whitmarsh | US | IPM |
| Steven Rotolo | US | IPM |
| David Masters | US | IPM |
| Dean E. Hall | US | IPM |
| Dr. Patrick Voss - de Hann | DE | IPM |
| Mr. Chris Woodroofe | UK | IPM |
| Section Chief Darrin E Jones | US | IPM |
| V. James Onalfo | US | IPM |
| Andrew Trotter OBE | UK | IPM |
| Christopher Trucillo | US | IPM |
| Michael Coan | US | IPM |
| Al Cooper | US | IPMc |
| David Brown | US | IPMc |
| Edward Davis | US | IPMc |
| Frank Kosman | US | IPMc |
| Jarrod Burguan | US | IPMc |
| Jerry Demings | US | IPMc |
| Joel Vargas | US | IPMc |
| John W Mina | US | IPMc |
| Mark Rosnow | US | IPMc |
| Matt Christenson | US | IPMc |
| Peter Nisson | SE | IPMc |
| Ron Hopper | US | IPMc |
| Asa Hutchison | US | Fred V. Morrone 9/11 Memorial Medal |
| Francis Townsend | US | Fred V. Morrone 9/11 Memorial Medal |
| Janet Napolitano | US | Fred V. Morrone 9/11 Memorial Medal |
| Peter King | US | Fred V. Morrone 9/11 Memorial Medal |
| Rudy Giuliani | US | Fred V. Morrone 9/11 Memorial Medal |
| Thad Allen | US | Fred V. Morrone 9/11 Memorial Medal |
Nominate Someone Deserving
Learn how to nominate an individual or organization for a 9/11 Medal or Award.
Nomination Guidelines →Submit a Nomination or Become a Fellow
To submit a nomination or to support the Morrone 9/11 Center's mission, contact us directly or become a 9/11 Fellow.
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