I refuse to accept that the world is so poor, when just one week of global spending on armies is enough to bring all of our children into classrooms.
Kailash SatyarthiRead
World's children cannot wait any longer. While international community debates and issues recommendations, statements and fine speeches, world's children - marginalised, socially excluded, poor and vulnerable - continue to suffer.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Children in need are suffering while adults make excuses.
Kailash Satyarthi emphasizes the urgent need to take action for the world's marginalized children rather than getting caught up in bureaucratic debates. His quote highlights the suffering of vulnerable children who are waiting for help while the international community prepares recommendations and engages in discussions that do not lead to immediate change.
Themes
ChildrenSufferingActionHelpCommunity
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech at a charity event addressing the plight of children in crisis, I could use this quote to stress the urgency of our action.
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