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Volunteer of the Year 2023
The annual autumn ARA Awards, organized by the Building Blocks Initiative (BBI), was a memorable night that fulfilled its promise of relaxation, thought-provoking discussions on the theme “BEYOND WINDRUSH 75- AFRICAN RENAISSANCE,” and networking opportunities.
The BBI is proud to announce the winners of the ARA Awards 2023:
– Lucille Moffatt-Asante, YEGA 2023 WINNER, for her Creative Enterprising Mind.
– Oluwatosin Khadijat Adesina, Save the Woman, for Community Volunteering Recognition and her consistent acts of selflessness.
– Cllr (Dr) Mahamed Hashi, for Young Leadership Development Recognition and his outstanding contributions to knowledge transfer, community, and youth development support.
– Dr Imambay Kamara, for Exemplary Community Lifetime Leadership Recognition and her activism on women’s rights and protection from domestic abuse.
– Cllr Nneka Keazor, for Exemplary Political & Professional Leadership Recognition and her contributions to political participation and community development.
– Caroline Namugabi, for Professional Leadership Recognition for Community Development & Empowerment and her positive impact on Black community economic development.
– Prof Ojo Emmanuel Ademola, for Professional Leadership Excellence Recognition and his contributions to leadership excellence in knowledge transfer, Cyber Security, business, and community development.
– Hon. Kenneth Gbandi, for Exemplary Diaspora Community & Political Leadership Recognition and his exemplary community development and political leadership.
– Ony Ikeji, for Exemplary Professional Leadership Recognition.
– AREMUORIN, for Exemplary Professional Creative Artist of the year and his generous contributions to performing arts and the creative industry. His
– Tahira Tofa, YSDNDY, for Exemplary Creative Artist of the year and her boldness in challenging societal norms through creative arts.
– Tolu Osinderu, CLEVENARD, for Outstanding Diaspora Professional Leadership Recognition and his commitment to community empowerment and development.
– Ebony Bain, Braids and Beauty, for Entrepreneur of the Year and her contributions to personal development and self-economic empowerment.
– Martin Forde KC, for Honorary Exemplary Professional Leadership Recognition in the Legal Profession and his fight for equality, fairness, and social justice.
– Sandra Popoola OBE JP, for Honorary Professional and Community Leadership Recognition and her contributions to the public sector and community development.
– Kingsley Abrams, for Honorary Political and Community Leadership Recognition and his contributions to community development, trade union movement, and political activism.
– Nadia Denton, for Honorary Professional Leadership Recognition in Creative Arts and Heritage and her contributions to the creative arts and heritage industry.
– Peter Akinbowale, for Honorary Professional Excellence & Leadership Recognition in the financial services sector, particularly Mortgage Brokerage.
– Arthur Torrington CBE, for Honorary Lifetime Achievement Recognition and his dedication to fighting for fairness and social justice for the Windrush generation.
– Aline Ngaoba, for Honorary Community Leadership to Volunteering and her consistent acts of selflessness in the Building Blocks Initiative and the Voluntary Sector.
Photo Credit Robertson Egueye
– The event also featured a mystery BBI ARA WARDS AMBASSADOR OF THE YEAR 2023 interactive competition trophy and raffle prizes, including a donated FREE Night’s Stay at the Hilton London Kensington.
Photo Credit Robertson Egueye
The ARA Awards have become a highly anticipated event in the Black and Minority Ethnic business and social calendar, offering recognition, networking opportunities, and a sense of togetherness. Dignitaries and important guests, including Cllr Michael Shitu, the Worshipful Mayor of Southwark, attended the event.
The evening was filled with performances by talented artists such as AREMUORIN and Aslan Nester.
Photo Credit – Robertson Egueye
After three years of virtual events due to the COVID-19 lockdown, the BBI Awards are fully back and continue to provide an interesting and celebratory night for all. Don’t miss out on the exhilarating celebration of diversity, achievement, and unity in 2024.
I am grateful for the opportunity to collect my award few days shortly after my swift departure for the next performance in town.
Thank you for your support and recognition. It is important to protect your inner peace, as external influences can lead to turmoil. I choose not to succumb to such pressures.
Remember, the grass is not always greener on the other side. Embrace and nurture love where you currently stand.
Àrèmúorin is a Multi Awardee Conscious Writer / Holistic Jazz Soul Singer-Songwriter, Author, Producer. No1, 49+ Weeks, Jazz Charts. (C) 2023 Aremuorin All Rights Reserved
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