Deals Quote by James Wolfensohn
“The first thing that you need to deal with is the issue of equity and poverty.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: World Bank Annual Meeting, 2005
Addressing equity and poverty is the primary step before tackling other societal challenges.
In simple terms: First solve equity and poverty.
Prioritize equity and poverty.
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When to use this quote
- government programs
- NGO initiatives
- community planning
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What policies most effectively reduce poverty?
- How can equity be measured in practice?
Equity solutions can be politically contentious and complex.