In working to end violence against women and children, we need to ensure that men are centrally involved. Men need to organise themselves in a sustained campaign against gender-based violence.
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We are building a country where a person's prospects are determined by their own initiative and hard work and not by the color of their skin, place of birth, gender, language, or income of their parents.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the importance of equality and meritocracy in society.
Cyril Ramaphosa's quote highlights the vision of a just society where individuals can succeed based on their efforts and determination, rather than being hindered by systemic biases related to race, gender, or socioeconomic status. It calls for a transformative approach to building a nation that values personal initiative and hard work as the main drivers of opportunity and success.
Themes
EqualityMeritocracyOpportunityInitiativeHard Work
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about diversity and success.
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We need to mobilise our structures and our supporters to oppose state capture and corruption in whatever form it takes.
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