Harsh Quote by Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka
“I think we have to continue to protect women on social media, who are coming out in a world that can still be very harsh towards them, so that they do not feel that they are alone. And of course, some of these attacks happen on social media, so we do need to provide a counter narrative - a supportive narrative - so that the voices of those that are punitive towards women does not become the dominant voice.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: UN Women Forum, 2021
Advocates for protecting women online and providing supportive counter‑narratives against harassment.
In simple terms: Protect women online with supportive voices.
Key Takeaway
Create safe digital spaces for women.
Themes
gender equality
online safety
supportive narrative
Mood
determined
hopeful
Type
activist
policy‑oriented
When to use this quote
- social media platforms
- online communities
- policy making
Key Concepts
digital activism
counter‑narrative strategy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we amplify supportive voices effectively?
- What policies best deter online harassment?
A Different Perspective
Counter‑narratives may be ignored without enforcement.
