The pursuit of gender equality is a great cause

"The pursuit of gender equality is a great cause...for a review of history shows that without women's liberation and progress, the liberation and progress of mankind would not be attainable."
--Address at Global Leaders' Meeting on Gender Equality and Women's Empowerment on Sept 27, 2015.

"We must eradicate all forms of violence against women, including domestic violence. We should focus on gender equality and dismiss outdated mentalities and customs inhibiting women's development."
--Address at Global Leaders' Meeting on Gender Equality and Women's Empowerment on Sept 27, 2015.