I was a single mom with three children and no education struggling to feed and house us all.
It is always important to have an education so that you can take care of your family, whether you are a woman or a man. My mother was a great example for me, not because she got an education, but because she did not and relied on my father for everything. Now she relies on me for everything. I am honored to do so, but have taught my children not to depend to heavily on anyone but God and themselves.
It is about values and will - not necessarily about education or status.
BTW, my last name is Trujillo. I am white.