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That work includes her co-founding and leadership of the African Women&#8217;s Development Fund, the establishment of the African Women\u2019s Leadership Institute and numerous contributions to women\u2019s rights in Africa and globally.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Helen LaKelly Hunt, (philanthropist, founder of the Sister Fund and co-Chair of <em>Women Moving Millions),<\/em> Peggy Dulany (Founder and Chair of Synergos), and David Rockefeller Sr. jointly presented the award to H.E. Bisi Adeleye-Fayemi, who was described as \u201c<em>bold, inspirational and savvy<\/em>\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Accepting the award, H.E. 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