Half the Sky by Nicholas D. Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn
http://www.pajiba.com/book_reviews/half-the-sky-by-nicholas-d-kristof-and-sheryl-wudunn.php
Now, this was a life-changing book. I warn you that within two days of finishing the book, I had researched various charity groups working with women in Africa and made $500 donations to two of them. It will touch your heart.
