Cultural identity Quote by Irina Bokova
“Education brings sustainability to all the development goals, and literacy is the foundation of all learning. It provides individuals with the skills to understand the world and shape it, to participate in democratic processes and have a voice, and also to strengthen their cultural identity.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: UNESCO Forum on Education, 2018
Literacy underpins sustainable development, enabling informed participation, cultural identity, and democratic engagement.
In simple terms: Literacy is the base for sustainable development.
Key Takeaway
Invest in literacy to empower societies.
Themes
education
development
sustainability
literacy
Mood
hopeful
determined
Type
policy
inspirational
When to use this quote
- community literacy programs
- policy planning
- school curricula
- NGO initiatives
Key Concepts
human capital
social equity
civic participation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we ensure literacy reaches marginalized groups?
- What role does technology play?
A Different Perspective
Funding and political will often limit literacy outreach.
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