Tony Gomez, Manager of Violence and Injury Prevention in the Health Sciences Division of Public Health – Seattle & King County, received the Alex Kelter Vision Award at the national Safe States Alliance Annual Meeting. This award, the highest honor given by the SAFE States Alliance – the largest national non-profit dedicated to violence and injury prevention – recognizes Tony’s unparalleled contributions to public health in King County and Seattle.

Over a distinguished 40-year career, Tony has been a pillar of strength and innovation, relentlessly pursuing equity and excellence to improve the health and well-being of the community. His lifetime achievement award highlights his dedication and impact on public health.

Pictured: From left to right, Lisa Roth, President of Safe States Alliance and member of the Iowa Injury Prevention and Research Center; Tony Gomez; Rich Hamburg, Executive Director of Safe States Alliance.