Also Quote by Jim Yong Kim
“Institutionalized discrimination is bad for people and for societies. Widespread discrimination is also bad for economies. There is clear evidence that when societies enact laws that prevent productive people from fully participating in the workforce, economies suffer.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Global Health Forum, 2014
Discrimination harms individuals, societies, and economies; inclusive laws boost productivity.
In simple terms: Discrimination hurts people and economies.
Key Takeaway
Promote inclusion.
Themes
equality
economics
social justice
Mood
analytical
urgent
Type
policy
inspirational
When to use this quote
- workplace hiring
- education access
- healthcare equity
- economic planning
Key Concepts
public policy
human rights
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies reduce bias?
- What policies best support inclusion?
A Different Perspective
Changing laws alone may not change attitudes.
