Hodan Nalayeh Changemaker Award
Funding Amount
$5,000 per recipient (2023); $20,000 total awarded (2024); monetary awards (2025)
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Hodan Nalayeh Changemaker Award
Overview: An annual award recognizing students who embody optimism, compassion, and have made substantial contributions to their school and community. The award honors the legacy of Hodan Nalayeh, a visionary leader, media pioneer, and humanitarian.
Geographic Scope: Hodan Nalayeh Secondary School, Vaughan, Ontario, Canada
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Background: Created by the Nalayeh family to honor Hodan's memory and legacy. Hodan Nalayeh was the world's first Somali media owner, founder of Integration TV, and a renowned humanitarian and advocate for positive change. The award is presented annually at the Hodan Nalayeh Legacy Day celebration.
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