As ombudsmen, you play a vital role in monitoring and safeguarding human rights. You play an important role in advocating for the rights of citizens in the countries that you represent. The network that you have created allows you to learn from each other and to move forward...

This year's report focuses on the need for greater investments to protect the human rights and well-being of young people. This includes greater investments in education, and in health, including sexual and reproductive health.

Just as tragic as the women who die needlessly are the women who survive but are permanently disabled. For every woman who dies from complications of pregnancy and childbirth, there are approximately 15 to 30 other women who suffer from chronic illnesses or disabilities that...