The Sackler Center First Awards is an annual event honoring extraordinary women who are first in their fields. Presented by Elizabeth Sackler and Gloria Steinem, the award is designed by Judy Chicago. The 2016 Sackler Center First Awards honored Angela Y. Davis, Feminist Scholar Activist for Social Justice. The event featured special remarks by NYC First Lady Chirlane McCray and a screening of the Educational Version of "Free Angela & All Political Prisoners" by Shola Lynch.