There is no single model of democracy, or of human rights or of cultural expression for all the world. But for all the world, there must be democracy, human rights and free cultural expressionKofi Annan
Let there be no doubt: there are some very basic standards of human behaviour, violations of which are simply unacceptable…Kofi Annan
Violence against women has become the most pervasive human rights violation, respecting no distinction of geography, culture or wealthKofi Annan
In war-torn societies, women often keep society going… They are often the prime advocates of peaceKofi Annan
Women’s equality must be a central component of any attempt to solve the world’s social, economic and political problemsKofi Annan
When Africa speaks with one voice, the world listens, but if Africa speaks with a cacophony of confused messages, few will listen and no one will hearKofi Annan
The world has enough food. What it lacks is the political will to ensure that all people have access to this bounty, that all people enjoy food securityKofi Annan
