“In the 21st century, I believe the mission of the United Nations will be defined by a new, more profound awareness of the sanctity and dignity of every human life, regardless of race or religion.”

About Kofi Annan

Diplomat • Ghanaian

Kofi Annan was a Ghanaian diplomat who served as the seventh Secretary-General of the United Nations from 1997 to 2006. He and the UN were the co-recipients of the 2001 Nobel Peace Prize for his work for a "better...