Tatyana Ali, Barkue Tubman-Zawol, Meagan Good, Don Lemon & Nzinga Blake honored at LEADHER Awards

March 6, 2025 - PRLog -- Ottawa, Canada – The LEADHER Awards, presented by RBC, is set to return on March 8, 2025, in celebration of International Women's Day. This premier event, hosted at the iconic Canadian Museum of History in Ottawa, will honor a distinguished group of global trailblazers who have made outstanding contributions across industries, communities, and society at large.

Hosted by Deiondra Sanders (TV Personality Daughter of Football Hall of Famer Deion Sanders) and Gwen Madiba (Co-Founder Equal Chance Foundation), the LEADHER Awards recognizes women who are breaking barriers and challenging norms across fields including business, technology, media, humanitarian work, sports, and education.

This year, LEADHER Awards, presented by RBC are proud to support UNICEF and contribute to the establishment of a reproductive care home in Canada for homeless pregnant Black women. These initiatives reflect their beliesf in the transformative power of collective action to uplift vulnerable communities.

The event will unite influential leaders from various sectors to celebrate the honorees and inspire future generations of women.

This year's gala will feature an incredible lineup of honorees and distinguished guests, including:

• Meagan Good, Actress and Activist
• Don Lemon, Renowned Journalist and Former CNN Anchor
• Tatyana Ali, Actress, Singer, and Entrepreneur
• Nzinga Blake, Emmy Award-Winning Executive Producer
• Barkue Tubman-Zawol, Chief Community Officer, Essence Ventures
• Tamika Tremaglio, Executive Director, National Basketball Players Association
• Tessy Ojo, CEO of The Diana Award
• Haja Sailma Monorma Bah, Minister of Communication, Technology & Innovation, Sierra Leone
• Additional influential figures from entertainment, media, politics, and business will also be in attendance to celebrate the achievements of this year's honorees.

"We are absolutely thrilled to unite such an extraordinary gathering of trailblazing women and influential changemakers for this landmark occasion," said Gwen Madiba, Founder of Equal Chance. "The LEADHER Awards is not just an event—it's a powerful movement that amplifies women's voices, ignites change, and inspires individuals everywhere to shatter barriers and defy limitations. This celebration is a testament to resilience, excellence, and the unwavering spirit of women worldwide. We are profoundly grateful to RBC for their steadfast partnership and commitment to elevating this transformative platform for leadership, empowerment, and equality."

The LEADHER Awards is committed to fostering an inclusive world where women's achievements are not only recognized but celebrated, with a focus on gender equality, diversity, and social change.

For more information about the LEADHER Awards, or to learn how to attend or get involved, please visit www.leadherawards.com.