It does not matter where one lives to realize that women take center stage in the family and community around the world. My first hands-on experience as a board member of BIWC was to review the applications for the potential student grant recipients. I must admit reading and learning about these female students who have gone against all odds and cultural limitations to achieve education at NSU touched my heart. We all are proud members of BIWC which has assisted women of all nationalities to attain their educational goals since 1975. I take pride knowing my efforts help bring peace to the world by educating one woman at a time.