{"id":41081,"date":"2025-10-30T20:22:12","date_gmt":"2025-10-30T20:22:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alicenter.org\/?post_type=mac-events&p=41081"},"modified":"2026-03-19T14:46:59","modified_gmt":"2026-03-19T14:46:59","slug":"muhammad-ali-humanitarian-awards-2025","status":"publish","type":"mac-events","link":"https:\/\/alicenter.org\/events\/muhammad-ali-humanitarian-awards-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Muhammad Ali Humanitarian Awards 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n
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Muhammad Ali Humanitarian Awards 2025<\/h1>

Celebrating Greatness and honoring those who carry on Muhammad Ali's work towards a more just and compassionate world.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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SOLD OUT!<\/h3>\n

The 2025 Muhammad Ali Humanitarian Awards, presented by Humana, kicks off our 20th Anniversary celebration.<\/h5>\n

Launched in 2013, the Muhammad Ali Humanitarian Awards (MAHA) were developed to honor Ali\u2019s lifelong humanitarianism and to celebrate a new generation of social changemakers.<\/p>\n

Each year, the Ali Center pays tribute to a number of high-profile \u201cseasoned humanitarians\u201d who are named as Muhammad Ali Humanitarian Awardees.<\/p>\n

In addition, we honor six young adults, age 30 and under, who are serving as advocates, activists, and role models in ways that are transforming communities and bringing about positive change in the world. Each of these winners is recognized for embodying one of Muhammad Ali\u2019s Six Core Principles: Confidence, Conviction, Dedication, Giving, Respect, and Spirituality.<\/p>\n

The annual MAHA ceremony is the Ali Center\u2019s primary fundraiser, with proceeds going to support the Center\u2019s mission-based programs, community events, impactful partnerships, digital content, and museum exhibitions.<\/p>\n \r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n \r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n \r\n \r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n<\/div>\n\n\r\n

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2025 Awardees<\/div><\/h3>

Learn more about the honorees of this year's Muhammad Ali Humanitarian Awards, presented by Humana, scheduled for Saturday, November 8, 2025.<\/p>\n<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n\t \n

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Darren Walker<\/h3>

Walker, receiving the Humanitarian Award for Lifetime Achievement, is the president of the Ford Foundation, raising billions for social justice.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n \n\n \n <\/div>\n\n \n

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Nancy Lieberman<\/h3>

Lieberman will receive the Humanitarian of the Year Award for her charity work impacting children's lives through scholarships and mentorships.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n \n\n \n <\/div>\n\n \n

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Anquan and Dionne Boldin<\/h3>

The Boldins will receive the Humanitarian Impact Award for their commitment to service, social justice, and community empowerment.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n \n\n \n <\/div>\n\n \n

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Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa<\/h3>

Dr. Al-Issa will receive the Humanitarian Award for Civility and Compassion, guiding advocacy for interfaith dialogue and combating extremism.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n \n\n \n <\/div>\n\n \n

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Zuriel Oduwole - Confidence<\/h3>

Oduwole is known for her development work across the globe mediating peace between nations and providing counsel to political leaders.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n \n\n \n <\/div>\n\n \n

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Dr. Joel Bervell - Conviction<\/h3>

Bervell uses viral social media storytelling to expose racial disparities and uncover the hidden history of medicine.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n \n\n \n <\/div>\n\n \n

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Raby Gueye - Dedication<\/h3>

Gueye, the founder and Executive Director of Teach For Senegal, works to expand education by placing Senegalese leaders in classrooms.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n \n\n \n <\/div>\n\n \n

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Gibson Kawago - Giving<\/h3>

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Trisha Prabhu - Respect<\/h3>

Prabhu is the inventor of ReThink, an innovative technology that aims to proactively stop cyberbullying.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n \n\n \n <\/div>\n\n \n

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Charitie Ropati - Spirituality<\/h3>

Ropati has worked on building pipe infrastructure and water infrastructure for rural Alaska Native communities.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n \n\n \n <\/div>\n\n \n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n \r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n \r\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n\n\n\r\n

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To celebrate the Ali Center\u2019s 20-year anniversary, this year\u2019s Humanitarian Awards ceremony will feature special performances throughout the evening from the Louisville Orchestra, led by music director Teddy Abrams<\/span><\/span>.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

The Louisville Orchestra is one of the city\u2019s most dynamic cultural assets, recognized nationally for its bold programming, statewide outreach, and strong commitment to community. The Orchestra performs a wide range of concerts each season, from masterworks and world premieres to <\/span>pops<\/span> and neighborhood performances. Beyond the stage, the LO drives economic activity through major events, <\/span>regional tours, and partnerships across Kentucky. With innovative programs like the In Harmony statewide tour and the Creators Corps composer residency, the Orchestra positions Louisville as a hub for artistic creativity and civic engagement.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n \r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n \r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n \r\n

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In addition, this year\u2019s Humanitarian Awards ceremony will feature a special opening performance from the Louisville Ballet.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Founded in 1952 and led by Artistic Director Anthony Krutzkamp and Chief Executive Officer Leslie Smart, Louisville Ballet is committed to inspiring, engaging, and educating the community through moving art. As the official state ballet of Kentucky, the company reaches over 71,000 people annually through performances ranging from beloved classics to bold contemporary works. Educating over 1,200 students at The Louisville Ballet School and engaging over 31,000 people through community engagement programs, Louisville Ballet strives to make dance accessible to all and foster creativity and connection across the Commonwealth. Learn more at <\/span>louisvilleballet.org<\/span><\/a> and follow @louballet on social media.<\/span><\/p>\n \r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n \r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n \r\n

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New! Post-Show Celebration<\/h2>

This year features a post-show celebration including late-night bites, special performances, and more.<\/p>\n<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t <\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n \r\n<\/div>\n\n\r\n

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Join the Muhammad Ali Center for our first ever post-show celebration following the 2025 Muhammad Ali Humanitarian Awards!<\/strong><\/p>\n

Tickets to this event include access to the post-show reception starting at 8:00PM on Saturday, November 8, 2025 at the Muhammad Ali Center.<\/p>\n

Guests will have access to featured entertainment including:<\/p>\n