Rights
New York, Sept 22 (Just Earth News): Gender equality remains the greatest human rights challenge of our time, and one way to achieve the goal is by empowering women to have greater choices economically and control over their lives, United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon declared on Thursday, urging the international community to spearhead efforts that provide opportunities for women and girls. more
Ban calls for continued efforts to secure equal rights for LGBT community

New York, Sept 22 (Just Earth News): United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon on Wednesday urged the international community to continue working for equal rights and fair treatment for l ...

Ban encourages Uzbekistan to promote human rights

New York, Jun 13 (JEN): Continuing his visit to Central Asia, Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon on Friday hailed Uzbekistan for the solid progress it achieved towards the United Nations Millenni ...

Ban underscores UN support for secure, inclusive, peaceful Iraq during visit

New York, July 25 (JEN)Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon on Thursday underscored his full support for efforts to overcome the division’s plaguing Iraq and build a secure, prosperous and peace ...