The University of the Pacific honored Sakena with a doctorate degree for her tireless efforts on behalf of the Afghan people and especially women and children.

She was cited for her work as an educator, social entrepreneur, humanitarian and healthcare consultant. 

"You exemplify the highest Pacific ideals of social responsibility and leadership making a difference to the people of Afghanistan and throughout the world.  Because of your work, thousands of women and families have the opportunity to escape poverty for a better life" 

 Doctorate certificate dated May 19,2007.