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Cry Quote by Audre Lorde

“And where the words of women are crying to be heard, we must each of us recognize our responsibility to seek those words out, to read them and share them and examine them in their pertinence to our lives.” quote by Audre Lorde
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“And where the words of women are crying to be heard, we must each of us recognize our responsibility to seek those words out, to read them and share them and examine them in their pertinence to our lives.”

Audre Lorde

About This Quote

Source Speech: Feminist Manifesto, Audre Lorde, 1982

The quote urges active listening to women's voices, urging individuals to seek, read, share, and critically evaluate them for personal relevance.

In simple terms: Listen to women, share their words, and see how they affect you.

Key Takeaway

Commit to amplifying and reflecting on women's perspectives.

Themes

feminism activism listening responsibility empowerment

Mood

determined hopeful

Type

activist educational

When to use this quote

  • education
  • media analysis
  • community workshops
  • policy development

Key Concepts

intersectionality gender equity critical literacy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What steps will you take to truly engage with women's narratives?
  • How does integrating these voices shape your worldview?
A Different Perspective

Some may claim tokenism if engagement is superficial.

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