The Nagaland Baptist Church Council (NBCC) extends its heartfelt congratulations to Smt. Sano Vamuzo on being conferred the Baptist World Alliance (BWA) Quinquennial Human Rights Award for Lifetime Achievement during the 23rd Baptist World Congress, held in Brisbane, Australia, from July 7–12, 2025.
Any recognition of such magnitude is never conferred lightly. It is a testimony earned through decades of tireless service, marked by personal sacrifice, visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to justice, peace and human dignity. This prestigious global honour stands as a resounding affirmation of Smt. Sano Vamuzo’s remarkable legacy, both in Nagaland and across the world.
She has been a bold voice for the voiceless and a steadfast advocate for women’s empowerment. As the founding member of the Naga Mothers’ Association (NMA) and the first Chairperson of the Nagaland State Commission for Women, her life’s work reflects an unshakeable resolve to uplift the marginalised and to promote a culture of peace rooted in compassion and truth. She is widely respected not only for the offices she held, but for the sincerity, wisdom and strength she consistently brought into public life.
The NBCC deeply values her selfless service and her rare ability to channel vision into action, often ahead of her time, yet always grounded in her faith and cultural identity. Smt. Sano Vamuzo’s life is a living sermon, an embodiment of Micah 6:8″He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.”This verse resonates with her legacy, her pursuit of justice, her merciful leadership and her humble service unto God and humanity. She is not only a role model for her generation but an enduring light for those yet to come.
NBCC joins the global Baptist community in celebrating this honour. We offer our prayerful blessings upon her life and legacy and we pray that many young people in Nagaland and beyond will be inspired to walk in her footsteps with courage, conviction and compassion. May her path continue to shine ever brighter, like the morning sun, lighting the way for a just and peaceful future.
With deep admiration and prayer.
Nagaland Baptist Church Council (NBCC)
