Soroptimist International of the Americas
Philippines Region (A Foundation),Inc.
This award seek applicants who have overcome obstacles and are trying to get their lives back on track, build a better life for themselves and their families and lift themselves and their families out of poverty through education and skills training. They have overcome violence, addiction, health issues, the death of a spouse or parent, or mental health. And, they are women with dependents.
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Around the world, households headed by women have the highest poverty rates. Helping these women improve their education offers them the best chance of improving their lives and the lives of their children – ensuring more positive outcomes for generations to come.
Specifically, these women:
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Have had their dreams derailed
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Are getting their lives back on track
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Are the heads of their household
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Care for their dependents
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Want to increase their standard of living
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Lack the financial resources to access quality education
Region Winner
This year's LYDA winner is Leonora Palabrica. Her story is not just about survival but a true show of unwavering resilience, boundless determination, and the unbreakable spirit of a woman who refused to give up.
