And when women assume their rightful place as equals--in the halls of government, at the negotiating table, and across civil society--governments are more effective, peaceful resolution of disputes are more lasting, and societies are more likely to meet the aspirations of all their citizens.
Statement Congratulating the 2011 Nobel Peace Prize Recipients
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