Speeches
- Written by: Madam Ingrid Ainigimea, First Lady, Republic of Nauru
“In order for us to be able to peacefully advance each other we must have mutual understanding as equals. When we look beyond power, wealth, status and influence and apply the universal values of peace and goodwill, it becomes a common cause of empowerment and prosperity for our nations.”
- Written by: Dr. Samia Burton, Assistant Clinical Professor of Medicine, George Washington University
“Mother Moon believes in the role of women leaders in global problem-solving and peace-building – and she is right, as always.”
- Written by: H.E. Enda Kenny, prime minister of Ireland (2011-2017)
“Yes, in order to become a peacemaker, you have to be a peace talker, but when you talk peace, you’d better have a clear strategy.”
- Written by: Dr. Sun Jin Moon, Executive Vice President, Women’s Federation for World Peace International
“I am deeply inspired by the growth of WFWP and its blossoming into this next glorious chapter, our sister branch of the International Association of First Ladies for Peace.”
- Written by: H.E. Dominique de Villepin, prime minister of France (2005-2007)
“Before creating a new rules-based order, it has become crucial to revive a spirit of dialogue and international consensus.”
- Written by: H.E. Enrico Letta, prime minister of Italy (2013-2014)
“The future of Europe and of Africa is a common future, and only by discussing together this common future will it be successful.”
- Written by: Hon. Dalia Itzik, speaker of the Knesset of Israel (2006-2009), acting president of Israel (2007)
“We have gathered under the auspices of Mother Moon, and it is astonishing to see how one woman has dedicated her life to seeking peace and fostering noble values.”
- Written by: H.E. Anders Fogh Rasmussen, prime minister of Denmark (2001-2009), secretary general of NATO (2009-2014)
“We must not drop the ball and risk backsliding in the Balkans. It is time to open EU membership talks.”
- Written by: Hon. Parmanand Jha, Former Vice President, Nepal
“I am very impressed by the efforts of the youth and students in their concern for the environmental issues, in their support for disaster relief in Africa, and in promoting character education among young people by making networks of youth leaders and Ambassadors for Peace”
- Written by: Amb. Marc Vogelaar, International Affairs Consultant & Former Diplomat, Netherlands
“All countries involved in the North Korean crisis are stakeholders. Hence, they should all be prepared to make concessions. In my view, the key to solving the crisis is to address the North Korean perception of threat. The regime feels surrounded by enemies. Hence offering security guarantees is the starting point.”
- Written by: Dr. Jason Wasden, CARP Faculty Advisor, University of Nevada, Las Vegas
“Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are united…. We pray for each other; we minister to each other, as well as to those who are not of our faith…. We invite all to come unto Christ and rejoice in the fullness of His restored Gospel.”
- Written by: Dr. J. Martin Ramirez, Chair, Center for Conflict Studies, Nebrija University, Spain
“My personal journey spanning half a century.”