A Woman Through War

I survived two civil wars and prison. But I never lost hope that Liberia could change.

Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf · Политика · A Conversation with Nobel Peace Laureate Ellen Johnson Sirleaf

Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf

First female President of Liberia (2006-2018), Nobel Peace Prize laureate, economist and human rights advocate.

The Path of the Impossible — Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf
I started as a bookkeeper. No one believed I could be president. But I believed in myself and in Liberia.
Liberating African Women — Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf
Africa cannot develop if women are left behind. I fear for the continent's future if we do not empower women.
From Struggle to Transformation — Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf
From struggle comes strength. From suffering comes wisdom. I saw Liberia transform through the resilience of its people.
Education as Salvation — Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf
Education is the key to freedom and development. I invested in women's education because I believed in its power.
Leadership and Honesty — Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf
A leader must be honest with their people. If I made mistakes, I am ready to acknowledge them and learn.
Transcending Boundaries — Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf
Boundaries between nations, cultures and religions should not divide us. We are all people with the same dreams.

All Music Is Folk Music — Louis Armstrong
All music is folk music. I ain't never heard a horse sing a song.
The Power of Compassion — Michael Jackson
The most important thing is love and compassion. They override everything.
Music Is Life — Jon Batiste
Music is a spiritual practice, a therapy, a way to connect us to ourselves and each other
Compromise and Conscience — Bob Dylan
I'll never sell my soul for money or fame. It's my only true asset.
The Soul of Music — Questlove
Soul is what makes music real. It's what people feel
Childhood - Where It All Starts — Michael Jackson
Childhood is where it all starts. If we lose childhood, we lose everything.