Believe Quote by Opal Tometi
“I believe that our communities can benefit if they know about and participate in the U.N.'s various human rights forums.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public remarks on civic engagement, 2017
Encourages community involvement in UN human‑rights discussions to raise awareness and influence policy.
In simple terms: Communities should join UN rights forums.
Key Takeaway
Get informed, join the conversation.
Themes
civic engagement
human rights
community empowerment
Mood
inspirational
activist
Type
educational
call‑to‑action
When to use this quote
- local NGOs
- school curricula
- online activism
- policy advocacy
Key Concepts
participatory democracy
global governance
Questions to Reflect On
- How can local groups amplify their voice?
- What barriers prevent participation?
A Different Perspective
Limited impact if forums lack enforcement mechanisms.
