Adults Quote by Koichiro Matsuura
“It is intolerable that around 1 in 5 of the world's adults are illiterate. How can we build equitable information societies or thriving democracies if so many remain without the basic tools of literacy?”
About This Quote
Source Speech: UN General Assembly, 2005
Illiteracy hinders equitable societies and democracy; education is essential for participation and empowerment.
In simple terms: Literacy is key to equality.
Key Takeaway
Promote universal literacy.
Themes
education
equity
democracy
Mood
urgent
hopeful
Type
political
motivational
When to use this quote
- policy making
- community programs
- school funding
- adult education
Key Concepts
human rights
social development
Questions to Reflect On
- What barriers prevent literacy access?
- How can technology aid adult learning?
A Different Perspective
Resources and political will often lacking.
![“Summits [World Summit on the Information Society] are meant to help governments reach a global consensus on major issues which has proved elusive in established fora. They do so through the embarrassment associated with failing to sign a summit's final agreement.” quote by David Souter](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/fa7/david-souter-41559_agreement_summits-world-summit-on-the-information_748275.jpg)
![“He [an earnest young reporter] seemed to share the view of many intelligent, well-educated, well-meaning people that, while adult literature may aim to be art, the object of children's books is to whip the little rascals into shape.” quote by Katherine Paterson](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/2cf/katherine-paterson-2365_adults_he-an-earnest-young-reporter-seemed-to-s_6101.jpg)
