Equal Quote by Ban Ki-moon
“SUSTAINABLE PEACE IS POSSIBLE ONLY WITH WOMEN'S FULL PARTICIPATION, their perspectives, their leadership, their daily, equal presence wherever we seek to make and keep the peace.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: UN Peace Summit, 2015
Peace is attainable only when women are fully included in decision‑making and daily peace‑building activities.
In simple terms: Women’s full participation is essential for peace.
Key Takeaway
Include women equally in peace processes.
Themes
peace
gender equality
participation
leadership
Mood
hopeful
determined
Type
political
social
When to use this quote
- community mediation
- government negotiations
- NGO projects
Key Concepts
inclusive governance
social equity
conflict resolution
Questions to Reflect On
- How can institutions ensure women’s voices are heard?
- What barriers exist to women’s participation?
A Different Perspective
Excluding women can limit perspectives and effectiveness.
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