Farrell, Yejide Kilanko, Derek Quigley, and Oluwanifemi Ezekiel Koleosho.
The winners have been announced for this year’s Black Excellence Awards.
Organizers say every nomination represented a story of impact, leadership, and service in the community. The recipients were selected by an independent committee.
“We are proud to celebrate this year’s outstanding individuals and organizations who continue to uplift, inspire, and lead within our community,” a social media statement reads. “Their dedication, resilience, and impact reflect the very best of Black excellence in Chatham-Kent.”
This year’s winners include:
Josiah Henson Legacy of Leadership Award
Magdiel Hoste
Dr. Sophie B. Jones Wellness & Resilience Award
Edna Cornwall-Shadd
Artis Shreve Lane Creative Excellence Award
My Carrington
North Star Emerging Leaders Award (Ages 13–17)
Anna Koleosho
North Star Emerging Leaders Award (Ages 18–25)
Shantoya Brown
Henry Weaver Black Business Excellence Award
The Health House – Shawna Regan
Chatham Coloured All-Stars Athletic Excellence Award
Arnold Robbins
Hugh Burnett Social Justice & Changemaker Award
Adana Fraser
Mary Ann Shadd Cary Educational Impact Award
Ed Robbins
The honours will be handed out this Saturday night during the Black Excellence Awards & Gala at the Everest Convention Centre in Chatham.
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