Violence against women in all its forms is a human rights violation. Its not something that any culture, religion or tradition propagates. – Michelle Bachelet
The respect for human rights is nowadays not so much a matter of having international standards, but rather questions of compliance with those standards. – Michelle Bachelet
As a vibrant force in civil society, women continue to press for their rights, equal participation in decision-making, and the upholding of the principles of the revolution by the highest levels of leadership in Egypt. – Michelle Bachelet
One of the factors a countrys economy depends on is human capital. If you dont provide women with adequate access to healthcare, education and employment, you lose at least half of your potential. So, gender equality and womens empowerment bring huge economic benefits. – Michelle Bachelet