Development Quote by James Wolfensohn
“Ownership is a sine qua non of sustainable development.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: World Bank Annual Meeting, 2005
Ownership is essential for sustainable development; people must control resources to maintain them.
In simple terms: Ownership drives sustainable development.
Key Takeaway
Promote secure property rights for development.
Themes
development
ownership
environment
economics
rights
Mood
analytical
inspirational
Type
policy
philosophical
When to use this quote
- rural land reform
- urban housing projects
- resource management
- NGO programs
Key Concepts
Sustainability
property law
community empowerment
Questions to Reflect On
- How does ownership affect environmental stewardship?
- What policies protect ownership rights?
A Different Perspective
Secure rights can be hard to enforce in weak institutions.
