Future generations will judge us _x000D_ not by what we say, but what we do.
Ellen Johnson SirleafRead
There is no easy fix or youth unemployment. Partnership between the public and private sectors can make a big difference.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Addressing youth unemployment requires collaboration between public and private sectors.
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf emphasizes the complexity of solving youth unemployment, suggesting that simple solutions do not exist. Instead, she advocates for a collaborative approach where the government and private industry work together to create meaningful job opportunities for young people, highlighting the importance of partnership for impactful change.
Themes
YouthUnemploymentPartnershipPublic SectorPrivate SectorCollaboration
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech addressing economic development, one could quote this to emphasize the need for partnerships.
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I work hard, I work late, I have nothing on my conscience. When I go to bed, I sleep.
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