Empathy Quote by Lakhdar Brahimi
“There is also a natural and very, very strong empathy with the underdog, with people who have suffered, people who have been pushed around by foreigners in particular, but also by their own people.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: UN Human Rights Forum, 2015
Empathy for the oppressed arises naturally, especially toward those marginalized by outsiders or their own societies.
In simple terms: We feel for the underdog.
Key Takeaway
Listen and act for the marginalized.
Themes
empathy
underdog
justice
Mood
compassionate
serious
Type
advocacy
philosophical
When to use this quote
- policy advocacy
- community outreach
- education programs
Key Concepts
human rights
social inclusion
conflict resolution
Questions to Reflect On
- How can empathy become action?
- What systemic changes are needed?
A Different Perspective
Empathy alone may not change structures.
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