Receiving The List Award as a runner-up was a significant milestone for Virginia Mashomo, who described the recognition as a “huge push and encouragement.” For her, being acknowledged among selfless game changers is not just an honor; it serves as motivation to continue making a lasting impact. “It means to keep working hard to leave a legacy and serve our communities with love and passion,” she reflects.
Virginia’s work through her organization, HCF Outreach, focuses on uplifting communities and empowering women. She finds the most rewarding part of her efforts in witnessing life changes and legacies formed in the lives of those she helps. “The results of our work cannot be counted one by one, but they are worth impacting,” she notes, sharing her joy in serving others through her God-given gifts.
The validation from The List Awards enhances her credibility as a changemaker. She emphasizes the importance of building a solid track record, stating, “To be recognized for what you do becomes a gratuity and a cherry on top of the cake.”
Virginia Mashomo encourages others aspiring to make a difference by urging them to stay authentic and remember their purpose: “Always remember your why you started more than your how.” She believes that collaboration among changemakers leads to greater impact and encourages aspiring leaders to leverage networking opportunities.
Reflecting on her experience with The List Awards, Virginia praised the entire nomination process as faultless and cherished being recognized. The voting process, while challenging, was a remarkable journey filled with support from her community. She recalls, “Giving up was not an option,” which ultimately led her to achieve runner-up status.