Since 2015, the U.S. Secretary of State's Annual International Women of Courage Award recognizes women from around the globe who have demonstrated exceptional courage and leadership in advocating for peace, human rights, women's empowerment and more. Often at great personal risk, these women have chosen to dedicate their lives to bettering our world. Every year, ICDLA has the honor to welcome these women to Los Angeles and hold a special event to celebrate their contributions to the world.