To measure the success of our societies, we should examine how well those with different abilities, including persons with autism, are integrated as full and valued members.

Universal ratification of the Optional Protocol on the Involvement of Children in Armed Conflict will establish an international moral consensus that no child should take part in hostilities or be involuntarily recruited and that former child soldiers should be assisted by their governments after a life of violence and distress.

Since [violence against women] is rooted in discrimination, impunity and complacency, we need to change attitudes and behavior - and we need to change laws and make sure they are enforced just like you are doing in Cuba.

National boundaries these days are not that important because of transformative technological development. Now we are talking about the fourth industrial revolution.

Achieving gender equality requires the engagement of women and men, girls and boys. It is everyones responsibility.

It is up to each and every one of us to raise our voice against crimes that deprive countless victims of their liberty, dignity and human rights. We have to work together to realize the equal rights promised to all by the United Nations Charter. And we must collectively give meaning to the words of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights that "no one shall be held in slavery or servitude"

Terrorism is a significant threat to peace and security, prosperity and people.