As you grow older, you will discover that you have two hands, one for helping yourself, the other for helping others.
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My first big mission for UNICEF in Ethiopia was just to attract attention, before it was too late, to conditions which threatened the whole country. My role was to inform the world, to make sure that the people of Ethiopia were not forgotten.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Audrey Hepburn emphasizes the importance of raising awareness about critical issues affecting Ethiopia.
In this quote, Audrey Hepburn reflects on her mission with UNICEF in Ethiopia, stressing the urgency of shining a light on the dire conditions faced by the country. Her dedication to informing the world underscores the vital role of advocacy and compassion in addressing humanitarian crises, ensuring that vulnerable populations are not overlooked or forgotten.
Themes
HumanitarianAwarenessAdvocacyEthiopiaUnicef
In practice
Example use cases
During a charity event focused on global health, I quoted Audrey Hepburn to emphasize the significance of awareness.
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