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You have to take ownership and leadership of tomorrow. For that to be possible, you have to strengthen your capacity and widen your vision as a global citizen.
Ban Ki-moon
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Ban Ki-moon
Age: 80
Born: 1944
Born: June 13
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On this International Day for the Abolition of Slavery let us reaffirm the inherent dignity of all men, women and children. And let us redouble our efforts to build societies in which slavery truly is a term for the history books.
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Achieving gender equality requires the engagement of women and men, girls and boys. It is everyones responsibility.
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