The preservation of biodiversity is not just a job for governments. International and non-governmental organisations, the private sector and each and every individual have a role to play in changing entrenched outlooks and ending destructive patterns of behaviour
Interpretation
Everyone has a responsibility in protecting biodiversity, not just governments.
The quote emphasizes that the responsibility for preserving biodiversity extends beyond governmental institutions to include international organizations, the private sector, and individuals. It calls for a collective effort to alter harmful behaviors and deeply rooted attitudes towards the environment, highlighting that environmental conservation is a shared duty that requires active participation from all segments of society.
In practice
In a speech on Earth Day, one might use this quote to inspire collective action for environmental protection.
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