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Children Quote by Bill Gates

“Whenever you have a few setbacks, the idea that half as many children are dying now as back in 1990 and so... it was over 12 million a year, now it's less than 6 million a year. We have a clear path to get that under 3 million a year and we know what to do. And this generation of young Africans is…” quote by Bill Gates
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“Whenever you have a few setbacks, the idea that half as many children are dying now as back in 1990 and so... it was over 12 million a year, now it's less than 6 million a year. We have a clear path to get that under 3 million a year and we know what to do. And this generation of young Africans is a very large group.”

Bill Gates

About This Quote

Source Speech: Global Health Forum, Bill Gates, 2023

Reducing child mortality is achievable through known interventions and coordinated effort, especially with Africa's youthful population.

In simple terms: We can cut child deaths with known solutions.

Key Takeaway

Implement proven health measures, empower youth.

Themes

public health child mortality development

Mood

optimistic determined

Type

motivational practical

When to use this quote

  • government health
  • NGO programs
  • community outreach

Key Concepts

vaccination nutrition education policy implementation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What interventions can be scaled quickly?
  • How can youth be mobilized for health initiatives?
A Different Perspective

Resources and political will may lag behind needs.

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