From the ACWW:

This award is given to an individual or organization demonstrating commitment and devotion to racial equity and advocating inclusion for Asian Canadians and the literary community. Over the years, your work has contributed to Vancouver's literary community through your leadership roles and personal achievements. As the founder and Executive Director of Pandora's Collective Outreach Society, you have been instrumental in organizing ongoing literary events that also provide a platform for diverse and racialized writers. As Executive Director of Word Vancouver, you have guided the largest celebration of literacy and reading in Western Canada during one of the most difficult times of the organization’s history and brought in fresh voices, sincerity, and inclusivity in your selection of writers, always ensuring Asian Canadian writers are heard at the festival. During the darkest times of the pandemic, you provided friendship and support to community organizations such as ACWW and the Gung Haggis Fat Choy events.

You have significantly enriched Vancouver's literary landscape through your multifaceted roles, supporting emerging and established writers and fostering a vibrant community of literary enthusiasts. Over the years, ACWW has honoured individuals, community organizations, and educational institutions that have significantly contributed to the community. Past recipients of the ACWW Community Builders Awards include Roy Mah, Wayson Choy, Paul Yee, Harvey Lowe, Roy Miki, Fred Wah, The Bulletin (National Association of Japanese Canadians), Joy Kogawa, Scott McIntyre, Gim Wong, Evelyn Lau, Tradewind Books, and Brian Lam. Your tireless efforts and your dedication to our community is an inspiration to us all and very much exemplifies the spirit of this award.