Literacy is a bridge from misery to hope... Especially for girls and women, it is an agent of family health and nutrition.

It has been said that arguing against globalization is like arguing against the laws of gravity.

Let us remember the large numbers of citizens who, day in and day out, through acts of volunteerism large and small, bring hope to so many of the world's disadvantaged. Let us ensure that this wonderful resource, available in abundance to every nation, is recognized and supported as it works towards a more prosperous and peaceful world.

If our hopes of building a better and safer world are to become more than wishful thinking, we will need the engagement of volunteers more than ever.

The Security Council should be seen as the executive committee of the global security system set up after World War II. Its members, and especially the Permanent 5 (P5), have a special responsibility for international peace and security.

Gather the five virtues (Dignity, Confidence, Courage, Compassion, and Faith). Then you are a man.

Without a dream you'll not get anywhere.