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Helen Neuborne Research Paper

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I first heard of the Ford Foundation two days ago during a conference on International Women's Day at the Aspen Institute in Washington, D.C. The Forum specifically and continuously celebrated the work of Helen Neuborne, who I later learnt is a champion for equal economic opportunities for women. A perplexed 20-year old college student, I was mesmerized and overwhelmed as I looked around the room filled with dozens of accomplished women advocating for change. For the first time, I thought, "Gosh! I am excited about my future career and the work I may be able to get done." As numerous women spoke up in the room, most mentioned Helen and the Ford Foundation; they spoke of it with respect. To me, that sparked off as a foundation that took risks

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