New York, New York – Assemblywoman Nily Rozic (D-Fresh Meadows) received the Pillar of the Community award at the Port Authority Police Department (PAPD) Asian Jade Society’s Annual Dinner on Friday, June 13th, in recognition of her leadership, advocacy, and service to AANHPI communities across New York. The event, held at House of Joy in Manhattan, honored Rozic’s ongoing efforts to strengthen safety, promote inclusion, and uplift underrepresented communities.

The PAPD Asian Jade Society, an organization that promotes cultural understanding and supports the advancement of Asian American law enforcement professionals, annually honors individuals who have made a meaningful impact on public safety and community well-being. This year, Rozic was recognized for her strong record of working to build safer, more inclusive communities across New York.

“Receiving the Pillar of the Community Award is a tremendous honor,” said Assemblywoman Nily Rozic. “I am proud to stand alongside the brave and dedicated members of the Asian Jade Society of the Port Authority PBA, who work every day to protect New Yorkers. This recognition speaks to the power of partnership and the importance of standing up for all of our families.”

“On behalf of the membership of the Port Authority Police Benevolent Association, we extend our sincere appreciation to Assemblywoman Nily Rozic for her steadfast support to the men and women of law enforcement.She is a dedicated advocate not only for the constituents of her district but also for police officers and their families across the state” said Frank Conti, President of the Port Authority Police Benevolent Association.

“Assemblywoman Nily Rozic is a tireless advocate for Asian Americans in Queens and across New York State.She has consistently demonstrated a deep understanding of the pressing issues facing our communities and a strong commitment to addressing them.Her dedication to empowering AAPI leaders and fostering strong relationships with her constituents is both consistent and impactful" said Se Chao, President of the PAPD Asian Jade Society.“Assemblywoman Rozic played a pivotal role in launching the Asian Pacific American Legislative Task Force–the first government body in New York State dedicated exclusively to addressing AAPI issues.She also spearheaded legislation to enhance hate crime response training for law enforcement, equipping agencies with better tools to combat bias-related incidents.Assemblywoman Rozic’s commitment goes beyond recognition and celebration–she stands with and advocates for her constituents and the law enforcement community every step of the way.These are just a few of the many reasons she is being honored with the Pillar of the Community Award by the Port Authority Police Department’s Asian Jade Society” President Chao concluded.

The evening was a vibrant celebration of unity and public service, bringing together law enforcement officers, elected officials, and community leaders from across the state.

Throughout her career, Rozic has led efforts to expand language access, invest in anti-hate initiatives, and deepen trust between immigrant communities and public institutions. Her legislative work has made lasting strides in advancing equity and ensuring that New York remains a state where all communities feel safe, valued, and respected.