Editor,The Akilah Institute, founded by Elizabeth Dearborn-Hughes and Dave Huges, has proved itself as a place of advancement and renewal.

These young women will have an amazing impact upon the world. Thank you to Elizabeth, Dave, President and Mrs. Kagame and all Akilah supporters around the world. You have truly and positively impacted the future of many. Congratulations!(Reaction to the story titled "Akilah maiden graduates assured of jobs”, August 18)Lisa Shasteen, Former Akilah Board Chair