‘Since 1999, Nobel Peace Prize laureates have been gathering to
reaffirm their commitment to peaceful means of resolving the world's
problems. I admire the contribution of women laureates, their energy
and warmth. As shown in this book by Supriya Vani, they give their
hearts to our common efforts and to the younger generations that
will continue their great work.' -Mikhail Gorbachev, former president of
the Soviet Union and peace activist
‘In February of 2017, at the XVI World Summit of Nobel Peace
laureates held in Bogotá, I had the happy opportunity to meet
with six of my fellow female laureates. They represent the values of
courage, determination, generosity and solidarity shared by millions
of women around the planet, who strive each day to make a better,
freer and more peaceful world. That is why I welcome and cherish
this book by Supriya Vani - the stories of all the sixteen women Nobel
Peace laureates must be known. They are a source of inspiration for
our youth and every one of us.' -Juan Manuel Santos Calderón, president of
Colombia and a Nobel peace laureate
‘A monumental effort by a vivacious young woman on the human
potential for goodness.' -Sharon Stone, American actress
and human rights activist
‘The lives of the women Nobel Peace laureates detailed in this book
by Supriya Vani are clear evidence of my belief that women are
naturally more sensitive to others' needs and well-being. They have
greater potential for expressing love and affection. Therefore, when,
as now, compassionate leadership is required, women should take on
a greater role in making this world a better place.' -His Holiness the Dalai Lama
‘Supriya Vani's book will educate people about gender equality and
inspire women to rise up to their potential. It will inspire parents not
to clip the wings of their daughters. All our girls are meant for stars,
and they need equality and freedom to flourish.' -Nobel Peace laureate Malala Yousafzai and her father Ziauddin Yousafzai
‘Supriya Vani's stories of Nobel Peace laureates amount to much more
than a sincere tribute to some of the world's most fearless women.
By bringing us their voices, their vulnerabilities, their wisdom, she
inspires us all to make a difference in the world by tapping into our
better selves.' -Arianna Huffington, co-founder of The Huffington Post
‘Women have a fundamentally important role to play at the heart of
our societies, communities and families. Women, as leaders, have
a critical perspective to bring to the table in propelling our societies
forward and in the fight against violence and conflict. This impressive
book is not only a fitting honour to these sixteen women Nobel Peace laureates, who dedicated their lives, often at great peril and self-sacrifice,
to make our world a more peaceful one, but also an inspiration
for generations to come. The young girls of the world today and the
women of the future are agents of change for a better world. Women
cannot progress to greater heights if heinous crimes, as those under the
jurisdiction of the International Criminal Court (ICC), are allowed to
go unpunished. We must all recognize that violence against women is
never allowed, is never normal and will never be tolerated, and that the
shame, all too often placed on the victims, must be transferred to its
rightful owners: the perpetrators. Until women and men can stand as
full equals, our work is not done.' -Fatou Bensouda, chief prosecutor at
the International Criminal Court
‘Women are underrepresented in public institutions and central
decision-making bodies, and still to this present date hold only 25
per cent of positions of this nature. Supriya Vani's book pays tributes
to some of the women that forged themselves a path through a
patriarchal world, by confronting the social, cultural and political
norms, to create a better world for future generations.' -Najet Zammouri, vice president of
Tunisian Human Rights League, which was
awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2015
‘Supriya Vani's book is for everyone across the globe. I am sure it will
spur many souls to tread the path of humanitarian service, to choose
a life of peace and love.' -Nobel Peace laureate Tawakkol Karman
‘This book will inspire and motivate young people to work for peace.' -Cherie Blair, British barrister and spouse
of former British prime minister Tony Blair
‘I recommend this book to the youth. It can inspire them to reach
their goals.' -Nobel Peace laureate Shirin Ebadi
‘Supriya Vani rightly highlights the fact that the world needs more
women leaders, who are spiritually, mentally and emotionally
equipped to bring peace to our planet.' -Nobel Peace laureate Rigoberta Menchú Tum
‘I hope those who read this book will feel inspired to work for
disarmament and peace.' -Nobel Peace laureate Mairead Maguire
‘… This book celebrates diversity and will provide inspiration to
readers in every continent. By recording the efforts of sixteen Nobel
Peace laureates, it showcases their talent and illustrates the benefits
societies enjoy when women are allowed to participate fully in
them…' -Rob Wainwright, director of Europol
