Child Quote by Marian Wright Edelman
“The future which we hold in trust for our own children will be shaped by our fairness to other people's children.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: "Children's Future" at UNICEF, 1995
Future fairness to children depends on how we treat others' children today.
In simple terms: Fairness now shapes children's future.
Key Takeaway
Promote equity across generations.
Themes
children
fairness
future generations
Mood
hopeful
urgent
Type
advocacy
philosophical
When to use this quote
- policy making
- education reform
- community programs
- family support
Key Concepts
social justice
intergenerational equity
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we measure fairness?
- What actions improve equity now?
A Different Perspective
Changing systems is complex.
