2020 Asia Game Changer Awards

October 22, 2020 • Virtual

Asia Society's 2020 Asia Game Changer Awards honorees were chosen for their responses to the year’s twin traumas of COVID-19 and racially motivated violence. In partnership with Citi, Asia Society annually honors game-changing leaders from a broad geographic range and varied backgrounds; this year’s honorees have saved lives, changed lives, and lifted spirits all across the globe.

“In this time of profound global challenge, our 2020 Game Changers shine a beacon of love and courage across our divided globe,” said Asia Society President and CEO Josette Sheeran. “They have met the moment, and they have inspired the world. We are honored to bring them to our signature global event.”

The virtual event will also feature a special message by New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, a performance from Yo-Yo Ma, and a special moment to honor frontline health care workers in the U.S. and Asia.

2020 Asia Game Changer Award Honorees

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For raising their voices and inspiring their huge global audience to stand against any form of discrimination
Vikas Khanna

Vikas Khanna

For dropping everything to feed millions in India at a time of great need and suffering
Miky Lee

Miky Lee

For shining a light on inequality and blazing a trail for Korea on the global stage
Yo-Yo Ma

Yo-Yo Ma

For a lifetime of achievement, and providing 'songs of comfort' to millions when the world needed it the most
Naomi Osaka

Naomi Osaka

For using her large global platform to call for racial justice and social change
Joe and Clara Tsai

Joe and Clara Tsai

For philanthropy that built bridges between Asia and the U.S. — and saved lives — during a pandemic
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