Kofi Annan

 

children in Asia

 

 

Study after study has taught us that there is no tool for development more effective than the empowerment of women. No other policy is as likely to raise economic productivity, or to reduce infant and maternal mortality. No other policy is as sure to improve nutrition and promote health -including the prevention of HIV/AIDS. No other policy is as powerful in increasing the chances of education for the next generation.’

(Kofi Annan, United Nations Secretary-General, International Women’s Day 2005)

 

 

~ by luluk nur hamidah on December 17, 2008.