The Founder of the Esther Matthew Tonlagha (EMT) Foundation, Mrs Esther Tonlagha, has received the Community Impact Award in Dallas, Texas.
The award was presented at the AFRIMMA MusicFest Live in Dallas, Texas, United States.
The EMT Foundation disclosed this in a statement made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday.
It described the recognition as a well-deserved honour for Tonlagha, whose humanitarian work had continued to touch lives and strengthen communities.
NAN reports that the award recognises Tonlagha’s contributions to community development, empowerment and creation of opportunities for vulnerable and underserved people.
According to the statement, Tonlagha’s vision of empowering individuals and creating sustainable opportunities has extended beyond Nigeria’s borders.
It said the foundation remained committed to making a positive difference in the lives of people through its various programmes and initiatives.
The organisation described the award as a celebration of Tonlagha’s leadership and the impact of the EMT Foundation’s programmes over the years.
“From empowering lives to creating opportunities and building stronger communities, the vision continues to make an impact far beyond borders. Her impact speaks for itself,” it said.
The EMT Foundation focuses on supporting women, children, youths and other vulnerable members of society through education, healthcare, empowerment and livelihood interventions.
The foundation said the recognition further reinforced its commitment to its humanitarian vision and its motto, “Give to Gain.”(NAN)
