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“The capacity to forgive is not just about Rwandan women. It is about a willingness of women all over the world to work across conflict lines, to say, "Yes, I'm a Serb. Or yes, I'm a Muslim. Or yes, I'm a Croat. But I'm also a mother."”

Quote by Swanee Hunt

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Swanee Hunt is an accomplished American diplomat and activist, born on May 1, 1950. She has extensive research and practical experience in international relations and gender equality. more

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