Ann M. Veneman

Overview

Ann Margaret Veneman born Modesto, CA June 29, 1949. Executive Director of UNICEF 2005-2010. First woman Secretary of Agriculture 2001-5 lowered tariffs in Doha Round; promoted Malaria No More.

Quotations

"Wars must never be fought by children. Whether children are forcibly recruited, join armed groups in order to escape poverty or hunger, or enlist to actively support a cause, the first loss is their childhood." (to UNICEF, March 18, 2006; photo Wikipedia)