We are here because we share ...

We are here because we share a fundamental belief: that poverty, illiteracy, disease and inequality do not belong in the twenty-first century. We share a common purpose: to eradicate these ills for the benefit of all. And we share a common tool to achieve this: the Millennium Development Goals.
 Ellen Johnson Sirleaf

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I earned my professional credibility a long time ago in a male-dominated world. I just hope that as a woman, I bring in an extra dimension to the job. I bring in the sensitivity of being a woman and a mother, and that means I pay more attention to women, children, and the social needs of society.
 Ellen Johnson Sirleaf
I believe that there are certain attributes in a woman that give her some advantages over a man. Women are usually more honest, more sensitive to issues and bring a stronger sense of commitment and dedication to what they do. Maybe because they were mothers, and being a mother you have that special attention for the family, for the young, for children…
 Ellen Johnson Sirleaf
Liberia can move on and break from the past. That is very important for us to try to achieve our development goals and reconcile our nation.
 Ellen Johnson Sirleaf
The size of your dreams must always exceed your current capacity to achieve them. If your dreams do not scare you, they are not big enough.
 Ellen Johnson Sirleaf