2026 Youth Change Maker Awards
Nominations Now Open
Awards Presented on Wednesday, May 6, 2026
“As Chair of the San Francisco Youth Commission, I am excited to serve my second term on the AAPI Heritage Month Youth Advisory Board as its Committee Lead. As a Filipino-American young person, I know firsthand that youth leadership often goes unnoticed, especially within the AAPI communities. That is why I am deeply honored to help create a space to celebrate AAPI youth who are working towards making San Francisco a more inclusive and compassionate city. I hope this recognition continues to inspire even more AAPI youth to take action and make an impact in our city for years to come.”
“What do you want to do when you grow up?’ I hear that a lot. But why wait until you’re a grown up? Why not do something to make someone smile – today?”
“I believe youth can honor the past and shape the future. Inspired by my grandfather, I’m committed to building a world where elders are respected and every voice is heard. Today, we celebrate who we are, honor our history, and stand proud as the AAPI community.”
