Lana Reid smiles at the podium while delivering remarks during the 2025 Humanitarian Award presentation by the Eta Nu Nu Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., with fraternity members standing behind her and a purple and gold backdrop.

Lana Reid Receives 2025 Humanitarian Award from Omega Psi Phi’s Eta Nu Nu Chapter

November 18, 2025

On November 14, 2025, Lana Reid—host of the award-winning “The Male Perspective” and creator of the highly respected Black Men Matter Series—received the distinguished 2025 Humanitarian Award from the Eta Nu Nu Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. The ceremony took place during the chapter’s Achievement Week banquet in Columbus, Ohio, celebrating individuals whose work exemplifies service, uplift, mentorship, and leadership.

During the event, Ms. Reid delivered heartfelt remarks about the importance of amplifying Black men’s voices through her digital media work, including the Black Men Matter Series and her broader storytelling initiatives. Her ongoing commitment to community advocacy, intergenerational conversations, and cultural media work directly reflects the fraternity’s cardinal principles of Manhood, Scholarship, Perseverance, and Uplift.

The Eta Nu Nu Chapter—part of the historic Omega Psi Phi Fraternity founded in 1911—continues to honor those who positively impact communities through service and visibility. By recognizing Lana Reid with this Humanitarian Award, the chapter acknowledges her outstanding contributions to empowering Black men, elevating community narratives, and inspiring meaningful dialogue nationwide.

The full photo gallery from the evening is included below, featuring event highlights, leadership members, and the official award presentation.

Learn more about Omega Psi Phi at oppf.org and about the Eta Nu Nu Chapter at 614ques.org.

Lana Reid delivering remarks during the 2025 Humanitarian Award presentation by the Eta Nu Nu Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.

Chapter Background

The Eta Nu Nu Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. is committed to recognizing individuals who contribute to community uplift and advancement. The chapter observes Achievement Week each November, “designed to recognize those individuals at the local and international levels who have contributed to community uplift.”