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Order of Roraima of Guyana

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Order of Roraima of Guyana
Insignia
Awarded by  Guyana
TypeState Order
Established1976
EligibilityCitizens of Guyana; others may receive an honorary award.
Awarded forDistinction and eminence in any field of endeavour of national or international importance.
StatusCurrently constituted.
ChancellorPresident of Guyana
GradesMember (O.R.)
Precedence
Next (higher)Order of Excellence of Guyana
Next (lower)Order of Service of Guyana

Ribbon of the order

The Order of Roraima of Guyana is the second highest National Award of Guyana, and is limited to only thirty five living Guyanese recipients. Established in 1976, it is awarded to any citizen of Guyana who has given outstanding service to the nation. Citizens of foreign nations who are deemed eligible may be appointed as honorary members of the order.[1]

References

  1. ^ "The Orders and Medals of Guyana". Guyanaguide.com. Retrieved 2012-01-12.