In working to end violence against women and children, we need to ensure that men are centrally involved. Men need to organise themselves in a sustained campaign against gender-based violence.
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Young people must feel that they can be real actors in our economy and be creative and be imaginative and be innovative.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Young individuals should believe in their ability to actively participate and innovate within the economy.
This quote by Cyril Ramaphosa emphasizes the importance of empowering young people to see themselves as dynamic contributors to the economy. It highlights their capacity for creativity, imagination, and innovation, suggesting that these traits are essential for personal and societal growth.
Themes
YouthInnovationEconomyCreativityImaginationEmpowerment
In practice
Example use cases
Using this quote to inspire students during a career orientation event.
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We need to mobilise our structures and our supporters to oppose state capture and corruption in whatever form it takes.
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Violence against women and children resembles an epidemic. It has spread through society, sparing no social group or class.
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No man is born believing that he has dominion over women. Instead, this view is handed down from generation to generation and amplified through social custom, culture, and popular media.
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We must listen to the concerns of our people without dismissing them. When people see something wrong, there is something wrong. When our people see corruption, it means there is corruption. When our people see that their resources are being stolen by certain people, it means this is happening, and we should listen.
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