Overheard at the UN General Assembly, 69th Session

OVERHEARD at the UN GENERAL ASSEMBLY 69th Session #UNGA Select Quotes on Gender Equality I do not have the slightest doubt that the creation of a society in which women shine holds the key to changing the entirety of society. Shinzo Abe, Prime Minister, Japan The [Beijing Plafform for Action] anniversary provides an opportunity for the UN and the international community to reflect and take forward the struggle for the emancipation of women from all forms of discrimination. Erna Solberg Prime Minister Norway Education, particularly for girls, is the "superhighway" to ending poverty. Jacob Zuma President South Africa Stephen Harper Prime Minister Canada There is no sustainable development without the full empowerment of Saving the lives of children and mothers is a fight we can win. To get it done, two things are needed now: the political focus and renewed financial commitment. women. Aurelia Frick Minister for Foreign Affairs Liechtenstein We believe that the full incorporation of women in society in all its facets, in the economy, in politics and in culture, is a prerequisite for full development and should therefore also be a priority in the post-2015 agenda. Michelle Bachelet, President, Chile UN WOMEN E To view all speeches from ihe General Debate visit: www.un.org/en/ga/69/meetings/gadebate/ Photos: UN Photo