Empowerment Through Education Contest

As the twelfth of 13 children born to illiterate migrant workers, Valerie Hill-Jackson knows the importance of education. In 2006 she founded BOF, a foundation that emphasizes human potential and provides college prep workshops, leadership programs, mentoring and scholarship opportunities so every student can enter the workforce as empowered leaders.

Barnabas Outreach Foundation, Inc. (BOF)

We're proud to honor these inspiring women who use the power of education to change lives. Get inspired; click to read more.

  • Dora Maria Abreu
  • Marcelina Fernández
  • Dr. Lois Frankel
  • Dr. Lynne Holden
  • Hill Jackson
  • Sheila Joseph
  • Janine Lee
  • Raquel Lee
  • Abigail Rosin
  • Darlene Willis