I think we can make a difference in the lives of the poor, and the millions.

We cannot wait for governments to do it all. Globalization operates on Internet time. Governments tend to be slow moving by nature, because they have to build political support for every step.

Microfinance is an idea whose time has come.

The future belongs to you, but it can only belong to you if you participate and take charge

Globalization is a fact of life. But I believe we have underestimated its fragility.

Violence against women is perhaps the most shameful human rights violation, and it is perhaps the most pervasive. It knows no boundaries of geography, culture or wealth. As long as it continues, we cannot claim to be making real progress towards equality, development and peace

Normally when people resign they will organise their champagne farewell parties... and then they resurface somewhere.