Under 40 Categories
The Most Influential People of African Descent (MIPAD), a global civil society initiative in support of the International Decade for People of African Descent, proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly, announced the Class of 2023 two global 100 lists; Health & Wellness Edition and 100 Under 40 Edition.
In the spirit of recognition, MIPAD highlights individuals, organizations and governments who have distinguished themselves in advancing people of African descent worldwide.
Following the opening of the 78th United Nations General Assembly in New York City (#UNGA), MIPAD is set to host all past and present honorees at the Most Influential 100 Recognition Week 2023 (RW2023) from 29th Sept – 2nd Oct in New York City, USA.
The 2023 MIPAD Honorees were noted for their positive contributions to societies worldwide and their resilience and strength in the face of adversity. The categories include;
Class of 2023 Global Top 100 Health & Wellness List, across five categories: Government, Associations & Regulatory Bodies; Foundations, NGO & Non-Profits; Corporate Executives & Technology Entrepreneurs; Wellness & Mental Health; and Specialists & Others.
The second group, Class of 2023 Global Top 100 Under 40 List, identified individuals across four categories: Politics & Governance; Business & Entrepreneurship; Media & Culture; and Activism & Humanitarian endeavours.
The Chief Executive Officer of MIPAD, Kamil Olufowobi, said that the global lists continue the group’s effort towards highlighting the positive contributions made by people of African descent worldwide.
“We continue to amplify global black narratives and showcase the many untold stories of our struggles and triumphs in every corner of the world, sometimes in unexpected places and high positions,” he added.
He congratulated the outstanding personalities and high achievers of African descent worldwide for their positive contributions to humanity.
The MIPAD identifies high achievers of African descent in public and private sectors from all around the world as a progressive network of relevant actors to join together in the spirit of recognition, justice and development. For more information, visit www.mipad.org or email [email protected].
