Today's human rights violations are the causes of tomorrow's conflicts.

We need a more holistic approach in which we take account of society's most vulnerable sectors. We shouldn't just do broad averaging of country statistics but rather we need to disaggregate the data to determine where the resources are most needed. In most cases, it's usually the reverse: those who are most marginalized - minorities and rural and remote communities - get the least attention and money.

It is necessary to ensure that the requirement to combat terrorism is not used to clamp down on freedom of expression, legitimate dissent, freedom of association and so on.

The fossil-fuel-based development model has not benefitted all people and those who have benefitted least are now suffering great harm in the face of climate change.

Human rights are inscribed in the hearts of people; they were there long before lawmakers drafted their first proclamation.

Sharing experience and building public support for the full range of rights is more powerful than legal cases.

I can see the immense capacity of business to give leadership.