Tarja Halonen Quotes

A collection of quotes by Tarja Halonen.

Tarja Halonen is a Finnish politician who served as the 11th President of Finland from 2000 to 2012. She was the first woman to hold this prestigious position in Finland. Before her presidency, Halonen held various political posts, including Minister of Social Affairs and Health and Minister of Foreign Affairs. She is known for her advocacy for human rights, gender equality, and social justice. Halonen played a significant role in increasing Finland's global prominence and enhancing relations with neighboring countries during her tenure.

We are a model country where gender equality is concerned.

We are a model country where gender equality is concerned.

Tarja Halonen

Equality

The goal of the EU is to form a region of freedom, security

The goal of the EU is to form a region of freedom, security and justice. Freedom in this connection cannot be just the freedom of the strong, but it must be combined with fraternity and equality.

Tarja Halonen

Equality

The Finland of the 21st century can thrive only if women of

The Finland of the 21st century can thrive only if women of learning - in common with their male counterparts - are guaranteed the opportunity to use their creative potential to the full.

Tarja Halonen

Learning