YWCA Alaska recently announced the 2020 Women of Achievement, including three women affiliated with UAA: Paola Banchero; Renee Carter-Chapman; and Panigkaq Agatha John-Shields. This year marks 31 years that YWCA Alaska has been recognizing and acknowledging the leadership and valuable contributions of women in shaping and strengthening the State of Alaska. Quoting the famous words of the late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg, “women should be in all places where decisions are being made.” The value of women’s voice and perspective enriches every conversation and positively impacts the lives and well-being of Alaskans.