Sad . . . Ironic

     Both sad . . . and ironic . . . that Dr. Lena Madesin Phillips is better remembered in other parts of the world than in the United States.    

    The website of the BPW International has this to say about Dr. Phillips: 

Lena Madesin Phillips Award is the highest award of BPW International, given to those who previously hold international posts in BPW and significantly contribute to BPW International for over 17 years, as Lena Madesin Phillips was international president for 17 years.

This award is typically given once every triennium at the opening ceremony of BPW International Congress. This triennium, the award ceremony was held virtually on 29 March 2021.

Keep scrolling below for pictures of Dr. Phillips' birthplace in Kentucky.