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“Unless men are active allies, we'll never end violence against women and girls.” quote by Eve Ensler
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“Unless men are active allies, we'll never end violence against women and girls.”

Eve Ensler

About This Quote

Source Speech: UN Women Forum, 2015

Ending violence against women requires active male allies; without their participation, change is impossible.

In simple terms: Men must help stop violence against women.

Key Takeaway

Engage men as allies in gender‑based violence prevention.

Themes

gender equality violence prevention alliance

Mood

motivational urgent

Type

activist educational

When to use this quote

  • community workshops
  • policy advocacy
  • school curricula
  • media campaigns

Key Concepts

social responsibility masculinity norms

Questions to Reflect On

  • What steps can you take to become an active ally?
  • How can you encourage other men to join?
A Different Perspective

Relying solely on women to solve the problem limits impact.

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