Asks Quote by Ban Ki-moon
“You have to work and think about how we can make this world a better place for all. This is what I'd really like to ask our young leaders. We will try as leaders of today to minimise the problems which we will hand over to you. But it is to you. You have to take ownership and leadership of tomorrow. For that to be possible, you have to strengthen your capacity and widen your vision as a global citizen.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: UN Climate Action Summit, 2019
Leaders must empower youth, fostering global citizenship and proactive problem‑solving.
In simple terms: Teach youth to lead responsibly.
Key Takeaway
Invest in youth empowerment.
Themes
leadership
global citizenship
responsibility
future
education
Mood
optimistic
urgent
Type
inspirational
call to action
When to use this quote
- education reform
- community projects
- international NGOs
- government initiatives
Key Concepts
sustainability
policy
capacity building
Questions to Reflect On
- What skills do young people need to lead tomorrow?
- How can current leaders mentor future ones?
A Different Perspective
Youth may lack resources or experience to enact change.
