Award-winning international filmmaker, Oluyinka Davids and other great personalities has been honoured by the A.D. King Foundation, a US based nonprofit, with a mission to promote youth empowerment development and non-violent social change strategies as a way of life throughout the world. The goal is to build a beloved community with “Social Justice and Entrepreneurship” as the center core.
He was recognised alongside other great Africans at the MLK Heroes Awards held on December 3rd, 2022 in Atlanta. Awarded were persons who have made outstanding contributions in the areas of promoting peace, education, improving communities in Africa and have demonstrated leadership and volunteerism like Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Rev. Alfred Daniel King.
The A.D King Foundation recognised Davids for his leadership and continued commitment towards global development.
The US-based Nigerian filmmaker who has shown tangible result from community-oriented work, which emulated Dr. King in leadership and philosophy is honoured to be a recipient of the distinguished award and proud to be an agent of change.
“I feel so honoured to be recognised alongside other notable individuals. I believe young people can make a difference in the society if they are willing. I will continue to do my best in contributing my own quota towards societal growth. If young ones channel their energy to positive things, they can make great impact. I believe we can do better because we are stronger when we work together. ”
Also, his remarkable strides has earned him recognition at home and outside the country. In every project he has embarked on through sheer hard work and creativity, he has proven his mettle in the film industry.
In October 2022, the State of California Senate presented certificate of recognition to Davids for his outstanding contributions in using film as a vehicle for community engagement and education.
