The following quotes of the UN Secretary General, Ban Ki-Moon, in a message he delivered on the International Day of Families, 15 May 2009, recognizes the importance of mothers:

 Mothers play a critical role in the family, which is a powerful force for social cohesion and integration. The mother-child relationship is vital for the healthy development of children.

One factor remains constant: the timeless importance of mothers and their invaluable contribution to raising the next generation.

‹ Françoise de Bellefroid, founder of the European delegation of MMMI