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Basic rights Quote by Dacia Maraini

“There are still countries where women don't enjoy basic rights like the vote or the freedom to study or the freedom of choice in marriage. Every year there are twenty million little girls in Africa who are deprived of their sexuality through brutal genital operations. Basically, there's still much…” quote by Dacia Maraini
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“There are still countries where women don't enjoy basic rights like the vote or the freedom to study or the freedom of choice in marriage. Every year there are twenty million little girls in Africa who are deprived of their sexuality through brutal genital operations. Basically, there's still much to be done.”

Dacia Maraini

About This Quote

Source Interview: La Repubblica, 2020

Many nations still deny women basic rights, and millions of African girls suffer forced genital mutilation, highlighting urgent work needed.

In simple terms: Women’s rights are still denied worldwide.

Key Takeaway

Advocate for universal women's rights.

Themes

human rights gender equality violence

Mood

empathetic urgent

Type

advocacy educational

When to use this quote

  • policy advocacy
  • education campaigns
  • legal reform
  • support services

Key Concepts

feminism public health

Questions to Reflect On

  • What actions can you take to support women's rights?
  • How can you raise awareness about genital mutilation?
A Different Perspective

Cultural resistance can impede progress.

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