New York City

About Our Work in New York City

In New York City, we host the annual Lotus Leadership Awards. The gala is a platform for advancing the rights and opportunities of women and girls, and proceeds support innovative women's empowerment projects. The Lotus Circle is a vibrant community of individuals, foundations, and corporations that raise private capital to rapidly respond to threats and challenges facing women and girls in Asia and the Pacific.

Contact Information

Wendy Soone-Broder

Chief Philanthropy Officer

Address and Contact

[email protected]

What We Do

Lotus Leadership Awards

Each year, The Asia Foundation’s Lotus Leadership Awards recognize outstanding individuals and organizations that have made major contributions to the well-being of women and girls in Asia. Proceeds from the gala go towards innovative programs for women and girls across Asia and the Pacific.

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