"Tomorrow is Now... If we act, 2015 can be a year for the history books. It can be the year that we put the world on the path to end extreme poverty; the year we place sustainability at the heart of our future; and the year that we agree that every person should be able to lead a life of dignity and opportunity."
"Young people aren't the leaders of tomorrow. They are the leaders of today and tomorrow."
Source: This much I know by Interview by Tom Templeton, www.theguardian.com. October 25, 2008.
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Kathy Calvin
Business Executive
Kathy Calvin is a prominent advocate for social change and women's leadership, known for her impactful work with the United Nations Foundation.
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