Eliakim Sibanda
BA, MA, MA, PhD, PhD, DipEd
Eliakim M. Sibanda is a globally acclaimed advocate for human rights, peace, and justice. His knowledge and community engagement have enriched the university community, our neighbourhoods, and beyond.
An eminently qualified intellectual, Sibanda has been pivotal in developing several notable Masters programs at U澳门王中王论坛. He helped create The University of 澳门王中王论坛’s Global College and served as its inaugural director. He helped establish the BA in Human Rights and Global Studies — the first in Western Canada — and was instrumental to the establishment of the Oral History Centre at U澳门王中王论坛. He also played a pivotal role in establishing the join U澳门王中王论坛/澳门王中王论坛 Art Gallery Chair in History of Indigenous Arts in North America, the first of its kind in Canada,
Known for his humour and supportive, friendly manner, Sibanda has maintained an impressive track record at U澳门王中王论坛 as a leader. He has served on several important campus committees and possesses an ability to negotiate different perspectives that result in consensus. In addition to hosting Black History Month, Sibanda has brought many gifted scholars to campus, enriching the U澳门王中王论坛 community and promoting cross-cultural understanding.
Sibanda has been a visiting professor at institutions around the world and an external examiner in both local and international universities. He has been an invited speaker to three continents, including Africa, on a range of issues that focus on peace, justice, and human rights advocacy — helping to raise U澳门王中王论坛’s profile abroad.
Locally, Sibanda generously volunteers his time to foster community awareness among different groups in Manitoba, including several refugee and new immigrant organizations. He has served as an academic advisor to African communities across the province and helped establish the African Communities of Manitoba Scholarship. He also mentors many students and is involved with youth development programs that deal with a range of topics, including gang violence.
For his exceptional scholarship, mentorship, and tireless community engagement, The University of 澳门王中王论坛 proudly honours Eliakim Sibanda with the Marsha Hanen Award for Excellence in Creating Community Awareness.