Children Quote by Hillary Clinton
“Women have always been the primary victims of war. Women lose their husbands, their fathers, their sons in combat. Women often have to flee from the only homes they have ever known. Women are often the refugees from conflict and sometimes, more frequently in today's warfare, victims. Women are often left with the responsibility, alone, of raising the children.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks on Women and Conflict, United Nations, 2015
War disproportionately harms women, causing loss, displacement, and sole caregiving burdens.
In simple terms: War hurts women the most, making them lose loved ones and become refugees.
Key Takeaway
Support women’s protection and empowerment in conflict zones.
Themes
gender
war
refugees
family
responsibility
Mood
empathetic
urgent
Type
political
humanitarian
When to use this quote
- humanitarian aid
- policy advocacy
- community support
- mental health services
Key Concepts
human rights
social justice
psychological trauma
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies better protect women during war?
- What policies reduce gendered suffering in conflict?
A Different Perspective
Women’s experiences vary; some may find agency amid adversity.
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