The DBEN Cultivating Possibilities Awards were orginally named the DBEN Activating Student Success Awards). The awards program which was created in 2012 was influenced by our work with renowned educator, Principal Baruti Kafele, who inspired us to mobilize the academic and community leadership of our students.
Scholarships and awards are provided to celebrate the accomplishments, and to encourage, and empower students from Grades 7 to 12 from the Black Diaspora as they strive for their dreams.
As our outreach has grown, so has the impact! 2023 will be our 11th anniversary of the awards. We have renamed the program to the DBEN Cultivating Possibilities Awards, but the mission and focus are the same. We continue to work with the community to further support the forward and upward trajectory of Black youth while highlighting the community allies and elders that help make this all possible.
CULTIVATING POSSIBILITIES AWARDS
APPLICATIONS
DBEN encourages Black students to “realize the gifts that their ancestors gave” and pursue their dreams. The village rises with you. Apply.
All awards are open only to current and/or graduating DDSB students who self-identify as members of the Black Diaspora.
To view, All Awards Based on Category click here
DBEN EDUCATOR's AWARD
The DBEN Educator Award is presented annually to a Durham District School Board (DDSB) staff member who exemplifies the DBEN vision of optimizing the educational experiences of African and Caribbean students in the DDSB, and who has demonstrated perseverance, excellence, and leadership.
View the 2021 DBEN Educator's Award Recipient here