The possibility that terrorist groups could obtain weapons of mass destruction should not be dismissed as a fiction. This is a horrific threat the international community should take seriously. As long as these weapons exist, so, too, does the risk of their use - by accident or design. Ban Ki-moon accidentcommunitydesign share on social
One of the main lessons I have learned the last five years as Secretary-General is that the United Nations cannot function properly without the support of the business community and civil society. We need to have tripartite support - the governments, the business communities and the civil society. Ban Ki-moon businesscivilcommunity share on social
New York is one of the greatest cities in the world. It is a fitting host to its many international visitors, who can come to witness first-hand what a vibrant multicultural democracy looks like. Ban Ki-moon citydemocracyfit Change image and share on social
Messengers of Peace such as Midori - and our Goodwill Ambassadors, who work directly with the UN agencies - are dedicated and well-informed and credible advocates on behalf of the United Nations. They help us educate audiences worldwide and rally support on key issues of the United Nations. Ban Ki-moon advocateagencyambassador share on social
We must confront persecution faced by many Christian communities and the intolerance that plagues us. We must overcome anti-Semitism and the prejudice that divides us. We must defeat Islamophobia and the fears that weaken us. Ban Ki-moon antichristiancommunity share on social
Schools connect children to their communities. Jobs connect adults to their societies. Persons with autism deserve to walk the same path. Ban Ki-moon adultautismchild Change image and share on social
We need to bring sustainable energy to every corner of the globe with technologies like solar energy mini-grids, solar powered lights, and wind turbines. Ban Ki-moon bringcornerenergy Change image and share on social
By strengthening the three pillars of the United Nations - security, development and human rights - we can build a more peaceful, more prosperous and more just world for our succeeding generations. Ban Ki-moon builddevelopmentgeneration Change image and share on social
Nuclear tests poison the environment - and they also poison the political climate. They breed mistrust, isolation and fear. Ban Ki-moon breedclimateenvironment Change image and share on social
The U.N.'s humanitarian agencies rely on charitable donations from the public as well as the generosity of governments to continue their lifesaving work in response to natural disasters, armed conflicts and other emergencies. Ban Ki-moon agencyarmcharitable share on social