Editor,Over the last 18 years, we have witnessed Rwandan women playing an important role in the ongoing transformation of the country.For instance, they hold the most seats in Parliament and Rwanda is one of the few countries in the world where top leadership attaches significant importance to girls.I would like to thank the country’s leadership for making women empowerment a top priority. The benefits are immense and have a multiplier effect across society.Above all, it should be everyone’s responsibility to treat every person respectfully irrespective of their sex, race or origin.Rukundo NyiridandiNyamata