Big families Quote by Jane Goodall
“I get upset when so many people say there are all sorts of problems in Africa and India where they have these big families. They don't realize that 10 children in rural Tanzania will use less natural resources in a year than one middle class American child. People don't think like that.”
About This Quote
Large families in developing regions consume fewer resources per child than affluent families in wealthy nations, highlighting disparities in consumption patterns.
In simple terms: Big families in poor areas use fewer resources per child than rich families.
Key Takeaway
Consider resource impact of family size.
Themes
environment
resource use
global inequality
family size
Mood
thoughtful
concerned
Type
educational
advocational
When to use this quote
- policy making
- family planning
- education
- advocacy
Key Concepts
sustainability
demographics
economics
per capita consumption
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we address resource inequality without blaming family size?
- What policies can reduce per capita consumption in affluent societies?
A Different Perspective
Comparisons may oversimplify complex socioeconomic factors.
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