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“We call upon all communities to be tolerant, to reject prejudice based on caste, creed, sect, colour, religion or agenda to ensure freedom and equality for women so they can flourish. We cannot all succeed when half of us are held back.” quote by Malala Yousafzai
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“We call upon all communities to be tolerant, to reject prejudice based on caste, creed, sect, colour, religion or agenda to ensure freedom and equality for women so they can flourish. We cannot all succeed when half of us are held back.”

Malala Yousafzai

About This Quote

Source Speech: UN Women Conference, 2015

Equality for women is essential; societal progress stalls when half the population is suppressed

In simple terms: Women’s freedom enables societal flourishing

Key Takeaway

Promote gender equality

Themes

equality human rights social justice

Mood

determined hopeful

Type

motivational advocacy

When to use this quote

  • education reform
  • workplace policies
  • community activism
  • legal reforms

Key Concepts

empowerment inclusion

Questions to Reflect On

  • What barriers prevent women’s full participation?
  • How can allies support gender equality?
A Different Perspective

Cultural traditions may resist change

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