Madiba Award Honouree for 2026

The Madiba Award is named in honor of Nelson Mandela, affectionately known by South Africans as Madiba (Father of the Nation). It is presented to a leader of African ancestry in Durham Region that has made significant contributions to social justice, equality, and human rights, and whose journey embodies Nelson Mandela’s values, visions, and commitment to overcome barriers in his long fight for freedom and equality. The award is a striking, original bust sculpture of Madiba.

Please join us at our inaugural gala to celebrate our 13th year recognizing the extraordinary contributions to ‘Our Village‘ by an exemplary leader from ‘Our Community’ and present CE4C’s Madiba Award to the 2026 Honouree who is nominated and selected by ‘Our Community’.

Sponsored By: Ajax Funeral Home | Burial, Cremation & Memorial Services  and Durham Regional Police Service Board | Leaders in Community Safety

Category: Madiba Award Honouree

More Info: Madiba Award Gala
Category: Madiba Award Honouree
Phone: 647-948-9388
Email: madiba@ce4c.ca

Selection Criteria

1. A young person or adult whose contributions to Durham Region supports and uplifts the community at large, and particularly members of the Black community including children and youth.

2. The nominee must have played a significant role in enriching the lives of others over an extended period of time by exceptional service through work, community service or a cause.

3. The nominee who demonstrates outstanding leadership skills, including initiative, dedication, integrity.