"We must do more to achieve women’s equal representation in all areas of peace and security. Together, let us continue to wage peace, defeat the pandemic and build a better future."

"These are still early days for the pandemic in Africa, and disruption could escalate quickly. Global solidarity with Africa is an imperative – now and for recovering better."

"I urge governments, civil society, health authorities and others to come together urgently to address the mental health dimension of this pandemic."

I ask everyone, everywhere, to stand up against hate, treat each other with dignity and take every opportunity to spread kindness.