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“Investing in women at home and abroad strengthens families, uplifts our children, improves health, makes communities and countries more peaceful, and brightens our collective future. Where women have equality, security, and the opportunity to live, work, and prosper, their families and societies…” quote by Jan Schakowsky
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“Investing in women at home and abroad strengthens families, uplifts our children, improves health, makes communities and countries more peaceful, and brightens our collective future. Where women have equality, security, and the opportunity to live, work, and prosper, their families and societies are better off.”

Jan Schakowsky

About This Quote

Source Speech: Congressional Remarks, U.S. House, 2023

Investing in women yields broad social benefits, from stronger families to more peaceful societies.

In simple terms: Supporting women improves families and societies.

Key Takeaway

Promote gender equality policies.

Themes

gender equality family welfare economic development peace future health

Mood

optimistic inspirational

Type

advocacy policy social

When to use this quote

  • policy making
  • community programs
  • family planning
  • education initiatives

Key Concepts

social capital human development intergenerational impact

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can policies ensure resources reach women in remote areas?
  • What barriers prevent women from accessing opportunities?
A Different Perspective

Impact depends on cultural context and implementation.

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