Winners announced for Pillar Community Innovation Awards in London, Ont.
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This year's 12 finalists are working to create change in areas ranging from food insecurity, equity and inclusion, access to health care, anti-human trafficking and more.
The 15th Pillar Community Innovation Awards were held virtually Thursday evening, celebrating the “individuals, organizations and enterprises investing in positive community impact in our region.”
This year’s 12 finalists are working to create change in areas ranging from food insecurity, equity and inclusion, access to health care, anti-human trafficking and more.
“In responding to urgent needs, these finalists have prioritized the safety and well-being of the most vulnerable and historically marginalized in our communities. They have prioritized belonging, justice and dignity for all,” Pillar Nonprofit Network executive director Mojdeh Cox said.
“They are doing the work of transformation. They have a vision of a future they wish to live in and put that vision into action in real-time.”
A group of volunteers selected the winners in five categories:
The awards ceremony began with local DJ, host and community organizer Zahra Habib.
Community leader Samantha Whiteye provided a land welcoming and accountability statement, accompanied virtually by the nature photography.
Local singer Travae Williams shared “uplifting songs of change, perseverance and hope” throughout the awards.
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