Women are not just victims; they are survivors and leaders on the community-level backlines of peace and stability.

Changes don't happen in the world by playing it safe, taking risks is the way to change the world.

I learned that victims come in all image - some raped, some witnessing an act of violence, some losing loved ones. I learned that the solutions come by both listening to the people impacted by the crisis and by learning from historical experiences in other places.

I grew up with injustice and could do nothing about it. But once in America, I had freedom of choice.

Leadership is not about having the charisma or speaking inspirational words, but about leading with example.

Only 8 percent of peace talks have included women at any level.

If half the society isn't engaged on any number of sectors, success and potential will be limited. In that sense, I do definitely believe there is a growing movement and moment for women's issues.