Ahadi Nomination Form

The Swahili word ahadi means “promise.” The Ahadi Award is an annual recognition given to a young African American person who has excelled in academics and performed inspiring service to the Greater Springfield community. Each year, the African Hall Subcommittee of the Springfield Science Museum selects the recipient from the list of eligible nominations. The Ahadi Award will be presented to the recipient at the annual Ubora Award ceremony held at the Springfield Museums.

Nominations closed on March 31, 2026.

Criteria

• Nominees must be of African descent and 19 years of age or younger at the time of nomination.
• Nominees should live in the Greater Springfield area or have significant ties to the Greater Springfield area.
• Nominees should be enrolled in school attending grades 10, 11 or 12.
• Only one nomination per potential honoree is needed.

Questions & Information: Call 413-314-6421 or email ubora@springfieldmuseums.org.