Silvia Cartwright Quotes


If we are genuinely committed to promoting a culture of peace, as individuals we must look to our values and ensure that we all exhibit a peace loving life to our nation's children.


Citations

Cartwright, Silvia. "New Year Message 2002." The Governor-General of New Zealand, Government House, 1 Jan. 2002.

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Silvia Cartwright
Silvia Cartwright
  • Born: November 7, 1943
  • Nationality: New Zealander
  • Profession: Statesman

Dame Silvia Rose Cartwright PCNZM DBE QSO DStJ is a New Zealand jurist who served as the 18th Governor-General of New Zealand, from 2001 to 2006. She was the second woman to hold the office, after Dame Catherine Tizard.