The Harward Center was established to facilitate connections between Bates students and the Lewiston community, providing opportunities for volunteering and integration with local residents. Darby Ray has been acknowledged for her outstanding leadership during the pandemic, by connecting students with immigrant and BIPOC organizations, in response to the disproportionate impact that Covid-19 was having on these communities.

Abdikadir Abayle has been the trusted leader of Masjid Salaam Mosque in Lewiston, Maine since 2008. He is held in high esteem by thousands of immigrants and members of the BIPOC communities in the state. His leadership has been particularly noteworthy during the Covid-19 pandemic, as he has taken initiative to encourage adherence to CDC social distancing guidelines and increase confidence in Covid-19 vaccines. This has played a critical role in the ongoing fight against the virus.

Safe is the recipient of the 2022 Outspoken Allies-Inclusivity award. In that year, the executive director of Safe Voices went above and beyond in seeking feedback from leaders of immigrant communities on how to make their new office space on Lisbon Street more welcoming to members of immigrant and BIPOC communities in Lewiston and Auburn. The leaders were given access to the new building, and their input was taken into account. It is worth mentioning that Safe Voices reserved a space for Muslim participants to pray in their new office on Lisbon Street.

Amina Hassan fouded her Safety Net to curb sexual assault, sexual trafficking, and Gender based violence against women and young girls in the immigrant communities in Lewiston and Auburn. Her Safety Nets work in such a short period of time shows an initiative that is promising to contribute to the Immigrant communities in Lewiston and Auburn Maine.

Delan for his economic development contribution to the Lewiston and Auburn community especially on Workforce Development through his work at the Lewiston Auburn Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce and Strengthen LA. Delan has also supported BIPOC organizations and individuals through their workforce development projects. He has travelled daily to most businesses to discuss employment and economic opportunities for Job seekers and connecting job seekers to area employers.

B Street Health Center holds a special place in the hearts of many immigrants, refugees, asylum seekers, and BIPOC communities in Lewiston and Auburn Maine. This institution has become an inclusive and welcoming space for individuals from diverse cultures and languages over the years, and has proven to be an invaluable resource for our communities.

In response to the pandemic, Coleen and the B Street Health Center have gone above and beyond to collaborate with immigrant-led organizations to increase access to testing and vaccinations for the immigrant and BIPOC communities in LA. Their efforts have been instrumental in mitigating the impact of COVID-19 on these communities