Agnes Binagwaho

“We, as global leaders, have a moral obligation to advocate for comprehensive, effective services backed by human-rights-oriented legal frameworks to protect those living with MNS disorders as part of this quest toward mean­ingful universal health coverage.”

“When I was a little mouse, I tried to make as much noise as a lion. When I became stronger, I made less noise because the objective was to change. And sometimes to change, you better study and try to do it without screaming too much.”

“We have a different style of leadership, more inclusive, more empathetic, more caring for little children and this makes the difference.”

“We don’t know what tomorrow brings, but we need to apply that.”

“Before putting physiology and biochemistry in the heads of our students, we need to put global health principles in their hearts.”

“Be the best at what you do, that’s first. And second, focus on the most vulnerable, and never try to save the people without them participating.”

“Come back home and help transform the whole of Africa into a land that has a promised future for you and the generation to come.”

“The strength of women continues to inspire me.”

“"Health systems must put people first, not institutions or politics."”

“"Data saves lives, because with evidence we can design better policies and hold ourselves accountable."”

“"If we want to build strong nations, we must start by protecting the health of our children."”

“"Equity in health is not a luxury. It is a human right."”

“This call to action need not be answered alone; let us work together as a global team to change the status quo and demand health equity for all”

“For the majority of births on Earth, I think, it's a joy, this new life. It's a mission that each human has — protecting life, giving life, continuing life.”

“"You are a human being and you just come out of water, discover the world and you scream.”

“All life is very precious, but the beginning is magic".”