One cannot deny the great role women have played in the world community. My flight was yet another impetus to continue this female contribution.

A bird cannot fly with one wing only. Human space flight cannot develop any further without the active participation of women.

More women should actively participate in space flight. There are many well educated women working in the space industry; they are very good candidates.

On Earth, men and women are taking the same risks. Why shouldn't we be taking the same risks in space?

Russia is still the leader in world space exploration. But its position of leader involves great responsibility - we have no right to lag behind. We can and we must move constantly forward.

Cosmonauts can keep their word like men and women - particularly women.