We run courses for government school teachers on Sundays. These teachers pay for their own food and stay; the kind of commitment you find in these people is remarkable.
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I strongly believe that those of us, who are privileged to have wealth, should contribute significantly to try and create a better world for the millions who are far less privileged
Interpretation
What this quote means
Wealthy individuals have a responsibility to help those who are less fortunate.
In this quote, Azim Premji emphasizes the moral obligation of affluent people to use their resources to improve the lives of others who struggle in poverty. He suggests that true privilege comes with the duty to uplift the less fortunate and contribute to societal betterment.
Themes
WealthResponsibilityCharityPrivilegedAltruism
In practice
Example use cases
During a charity gala, one could reference this quote to encourage wealthy attendees to donate.
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