Building Quote by Mairead Corrigan
“The experience of a lot of us women is that too much money is being spent on militarism and war. We need human security: food, education, health care for our children. We don't want to waste it on wars and militarism. That will be our focus: building a culture that moves away from militarism.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public address by Mairead Corrigan, 1990s
Advocates shifting resources from military spending to human needs like food, education, and health for children.
In simple terms: Prioritize human security over war spending.
Invest in people, not weapons.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- government budgeting
- NGO advocacy
- community programs
- education funding
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies reconcile defense needs with humanitarian priorities?
- What policies can reduce militarism without compromising safety?
Balancing national security concerns with human security can be complex.