by Nomad
The story of this Turkish elementary school teacher illustrates the difference between true courage and hollow speeches by posers.
You've probably never heard of the "International Women of Courage Award" (IWOC). For the last 10 years, the US State Department has presented this prize to women " who have demonstrated exceptional courage and leadership in advocating for peace, justice, human rights, gender equality, and women’s empowerment, often at great personal risk."
The 2017 ceremony was hosted by Melania Trump on March 29 at the State Department in Washington. This year thirteen women were awarded from Bangladesh to Botswana, from Peru to Papua New Guinea. A young woman from Turkey was also honored this year.
Check out the photos from this year's event.
