Away Quote by Greg Boyle
“Homeboy Industries has chosen to stand with the 'demonized' so that the demonizing will stop; it stands with the 'disposable' so that the day will come when we stop throwing people away.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Homeboy Industries Address, 2015
Standing with marginalized people challenges societal demonization, aiming to end disposability and restore dignity.
In simple terms: Support the marginalized to end their disposability.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for inclusive policies and personal compassion.
Themes
social justice
compassion
inclusion
activism
Mood
hopeful
determined
empathetic
Type
social
activist
When to use this quote
- nonprofit work
- policy advocacy
- community outreach
- personal mentorship
Key Concepts
systemic oppression
human dignity
community building
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you personally support the marginalized?
- What systemic changes are needed to end disposability?
A Different Perspective
Changing deep‑rooted societal attitudes is a long process.
![“I don't like being away from home. That's one reason why I don't work as much as I used to [when I started my career], because so many things are on the road. I just don't want to be away from my husband, my dogs and my home. I don't sing that much any more because that also takes you on the road.” quote by Jane Powell](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/07c/jane-powell-36243_away_i-don-t-like-being-away-from-home-that-s_278.jpg)
