OREANDA-NEWS. September 27, 2012. The International Alliance for Women has nominated the FBK First Vice-president Elena Proskurnya the winner of the International recognition award "2012 TIAW World of Difference 100 Awards", reported the press-centre of FBK.

For this prize they nominate candidates from more than 65 countries. The award is given for the outstanding achievements in the growth of women role in the economy and business. The choice of winners is carried out on the competitive basis among leaders of communities, organizations, corporations, regions and countries who have taken action to support women`s economic empowerment and advancement in society and business.

"We have been humbled by the stories of people like you, - it is said in the letter of President of The International Alliance for Women Sherry Fotheringham-Gysler and Chair of Competition Committee Stephanie MacKendrick addressed to the FBK First Vice-President. – On behalf of the Board of Directors of TIAW and the whole organization, please accept our sincere congratulations as you are a true inspiration! ".

Established in 1980 the International Alliance for Women is the authoritative global community on behalf of thousands of women aiming at the best life in the society. The Alliance unites the leading women`s organizations all over the world greatly extending their opportunities, contacts and resource access. The Alliance includes more than 35 000 members all over the world particularly in the North and South Africa, Asia and Europe.

The awards will be given to the winners of this year in October at the Global Forum of the International Alliance for Women in Washington, DC.