Bears Quote by Leymah Gbowee Download Open image “Women are the ones that bear the greatest burden. We are also the ones who nurture societies.” — Leymah Gbowee ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4.9 out of 5 (10 ratings) Copy quoteShare Bears Burden Nurture
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You cannot say you've achieved equality until EVERYONE is equal and has equal opportunities! — Leymah Gbowee Copy Share Image
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Don't stop, echoes the older Liberian lady's voice. Don't ever stop. My answer to her: I never will. — Leymah Gbowee Copy Share Image
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