Children are more influenced by sermons you act than by sermons you preach.
David O. MckayRead
Boosting education will be a direct counterbalance to Boko Haram's appeal. In particular we must educate more young girls, ensuring they will grow up to be empowered through learning to play their full part as citizens of Nigeria and pull themselves up and out of poverty.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Improving education, especially for young girls, is essential to combat the influence of extremist groups like Boko Haram.
The quote emphasizes the critical role of education in countering the negative influence of extremist groups such as Boko Haram. It particularly highlights the importance of educating young girls, as empowerment through education enables them to become active, contributing citizens. By doing so, they can escape the cycle of poverty and improve their lives, which ultimately strengthens society as a whole.
Themes
EducationGirlsEmpowermentPovertyNigeria
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech at an educational institution to motivate students to value learning.
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