October 28, 2021 — Omaid Sharifi, an Asia 21 Young Leader who helped 54 Afghan artists escape the country after the Taliban takeover in August, accepts the inaugural Sheeran Prize for his bravery. The award was named for Josette Sheeran, president emerita of Asia Society, and was presented during the 2021 Asia Game Changer Awards. (1 min., 47 sec.)