Able Quote by Avery Brooks
“Until the world in some way changes, then my responsibility is to share what I know and more importantly to behave like I know about the extraordinary work and effort and blood shed for me to be able to sit here.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Commencement Address, 1998
He feels duty to share knowledge and honor the sacrifices that enable his platform.
In simple terms: Share knowledge;respect those who made it possible.
Give back and stay humble.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- teaching
- public speaking
- community service
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we ensure knowledge sharing is equitable?
- What responsibilities come with privilege?
Sharing alone may not address systemic inequities.