Actors Quote by Kofi Annan
“In an age of interdependence, global citizenship - based on trust and sense of shared responsibility - is a crucial pillar of progress. At a time when more than one billion people are denied the very minimum requirements of human dignity, business cannot afford to be seen as the problem. Rather, it must work with governments and all other actors in society to mobilize global science, technology and knowledge to tackle the interlocking crises of hunger, disease, environmental degradation and conflict that are holding back the developing world.”
About This Quote
Global citizenship, rooted in trust and shared responsibility, is essential for addressing widespread human suffering and systemic crises; businesses must collaborate with governments and civil society rather than being seen as part of the problem.
In simple terms: Collaboration across sectors is vital for global progress.
Key Takeaway
Business must act as a partner, not a problem.
Themes
global citizenship
interdependence
human dignity
public‑private partnership
sustainable development
Mood
hopeful
urgent
Type
policy statement
call to action
When to use this quote
- multinational corporations developing NGOs
- government‑business coalitions
- development aid programs
- joint research initiatives
- humanitarian response teams
Key Concepts
trust
shared responsibility
science & technology
crisis mitigation
Practical Applications
- Designing inclusive supply chains
- Funding cross‑sector innovation labs
Questions to Reflect On
- How can businesses measure their impact on shared responsibility?
- What mechanisms ensure that collaboration does not become tokenism?
