Alabama Bureau of Pardons and Paroles director Cam Ward will receive the 2025 Pillar of Excellence Award from the Addiction Policy Forum next week.

Ward will be one of seven national leaders to receive the Addiction Policy Forum's annual award during an event at the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center on December 2.

The distinction recognizes leaders whose work transforms the landscape of addiction prevention, treatment and recovery. It honors policymakers and organizations in criminal justice who demonstrate exceptional leadership in improving response to individuals with substance use disorders and communities in need.

"We're proud to represent Alabama, Governor Kay Ivey and our excellent officers and staff by bringing this award back to the Bureau," Ward said. "Alabama's leaders have been st

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