William Ball on Jan 10, 2021

Good day to everyone!

I am a security supervisor within the United Nations Headquarters, New York, who was informed of the passing of Maha last night by a colleague. I did not know her personally but the officer who informed me reminded me, as her colleague had also stated that she was one of the last persons to leave the UN almost every night. She would pass by the officers at the entrance post with her usual smile and wave a cab down disappearing into the night without a trace.

I remember several staff union meetings that I sat in as a spectator, where I was particularly struck by her words, her independence and her devotion to the staff and organization. She often spoke truth to power, in my eyes, during these meetings and I knew that the passion of her statements and love of the organization was impenetrable.

So, today upon hearing the passing of a woman whose strength, conviction and determination in my eyes desires praise and my deepest admiration, my deepest expression of sympathy to the family of a woman, a representative and person who capture the minds and hearts of all those who came in contact with her, whether near or far. May she Rest In Peace in the kingdom where her elders await her for the welcoming home. God bless her family and keep them strong during this time of need.

Captain William Ball

United Nations Security