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Doing Quote by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

“Do it together. Remember in primary school we learned that a verb is a 'doing' word? Well, a father is as much a verb as a mother.” quote by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
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““Do it together. Remember in primary school we learned that a verb is a 'doing' word? Well, a father is as much a verb as a mother.””

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

About This Quote

Source Interview: TED Talk “We Should All Be Feminists”, 2013

The quote emphasizes that parental roles are active and dynamic, encouraging both mothers and fathers to engage proactively in shaping their children's lives.

In simple terms: Parents should be active participants, not just passive figures.

Key Takeaway

Engage actively in parenting.

Themes

gender equality parenting activism

Mood

inspirational empowering

Type

educational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • parenting workshops
  • school curricula
  • community programs
  • family discussions

Key Concepts

role models family dynamics social expectations

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we teach children about active parenting?
  • What barriers exist to gender-neutral parenting?
A Different Perspective

Traditional views may resist redefining gender roles.

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