Appreciation Quote by Aung San Suu Kyi
“In societies where men are truly confident of their own worth, women are not merely tolerated but valued." (From a speech read on video on August 31, 1995 before the NGO Forum on Women, Beijing, China)”
About This Quote
Source Speech: NGO Forum on Women, Beijing, China, August 31 1995
When men truly value themselves, women transition from being tolerated to being genuinely respected and valued.
In simple terms: Male confidence elevates women’s status.
Key Takeaway
Promote mutual respect through self‑worth.
Themes
gender equality
self‑esteem
respect
Mood
hopeful
determined
Type
advocacy
inspirational
When to use this quote
- workplace
- education
- policy
- community building
Key Concepts
feminism
social dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies foster confidence in all genders?
- What policies support mutual respect?
A Different Perspective
Cultural change requires more than individual confidence.
