
- Written by: H.E. Felipe González, prime minister of Spain (1982-1996)
We accept more and more the biodiversity of nature that we can and should share. Why is it so difficult for us to accept the biodiversity of cultures and the sense of belonging of human beings as a shared richness that we should know, from which we should learn and with which we should live in harmony?

- Written by: H.E. Anneli Jäätteenmäki, Prime Minister (2003), Finland
Women’s participation in decision making has, unfortunately, not been an area where progress has been notable. Equality in participation and decision-making in society at all levels, from grassroots to governmental positions, is important.

- Written by: H.E. Jose Manuel Barroso, President, European Commission (2004-2014), Prime Minister (2002-2004), Portugal
“We can no longer say to each other, "your side of the boat is sinking;" we have to solve issues together. If there is a common problem we have to find a common solution.”