I was a woman, a divorcee, a socialist, an agnostic . . . all possible sins together.

In any area of the UN we ... have to agree on certain language that can represent the same spirit, but that can be accepted by everyone.

As more and more women, men and young people raise their voices and become active in local government, and more local leaders take action for the safety of women and girls, change happens.

Violence against women in all its forms is a human rights violation. It's not something that any culture, religion or tradition propagates.

The United Nations should become a proactive agent in the dissemination of democratic principles.

As a major economic force worldwide, India and Indian companies have the opportunity to set the standards in Asia in terms of women's right to decent work.

My top priority for 2012 will be to make a renewed push for women's economic empowerment and political participation.