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White House Press Pool Reports @WHPressPool - First Lady Melania Trump Addresses U.N. Security Council, Championing Peace Through Education
Office of the First Lady
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 2, 2026
First Lady Melania Trump opened today’s United Nations (U.N.) Security Council meeting with a decisive message to its members: “Peace does not need to be fragile.”
Mrs. Trump’s message of tolerance is rooted in the concept of “democratizing knowledge” for everyone, during this new “age of imagination” when artificial intelligence provides the global community with access to learn about each other’s cultural norms, including but not limited to customs, race, and religious beliefs.
In a historic move, First Lady Melania Trump addressed the U.N. Security Council as the United States assumed its Presidency. The Security Council’s Presidency rotates among members each month, beginning in March 2026 for the United States. The Security Council serves as the U.N.’s principal organ responsible for safeguarding international peace and security.
The American First Lady challenged the U.N. Security Council members to “pledge to safeguard learning … to build a future generation of leaders who embrace peace through education.”
The First Lady stressed the imperative of respecting knowledge to foster durable peace. “Enduring peace will be achieved when knowledge and understanding are fully valued within all societies,” explained Mrs. Trump. The American First Lady implored, “now is the time for our generation to elevate our children above ideology through access to wisdom.”
This marked the first time a sitting First Lady presided over the Security Council as its members contemplated technology, education, peace, and security.
Below are the full remarks by First Lady Melania Trump, as prepared for delivery:
Peace Through Education
First, my heartfelt condolences to the families who have lost their heroes, who sacrificed their lives for freedom. Their bravery and dedication will always be remembered.
I extend my earnest wishes for a swift and smooth recovery to all those who have been injured. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this challenging time.
The U.S. stands with all of the children throughout the world. I hope soon—peace will be yours.
Ambassador Waltz, I am grateful for the distinguished honor to preside over the United Nations Security Council as the United States assumes its presidency.