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Bedrock Quote by Kofi Annan

“We must restore the sacredness of the family as a bedrock of humane values everywhere, in peace as well as in war.” quote by Kofi Annan
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“We must restore the sacredness of the family as a bedrock of humane values everywhere, in peace as well as in war.”

Kofi Annan

About This Quote

Source Speech: UN General Assembly, 2000

Advocates families as fundamental moral foundations for peace and conflict alike.

In simple terms: Families are essential for humane values.

Key Takeaway

Support and protect families.

Themes

family values peace war humanity

Mood

reflective serious

Type

ethical political

When to use this quote

  • policy making
  • community building
  • education programs
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

social cohesion ethical foundations cultural stability

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can societies honor family values while respecting varied forms?
  • What policies best reinforce families without imposing uniformity?
A Different Perspective

May overlook diverse family structures and cultural differences.

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