Ceo Quote by Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka
“Power relations between men and women must change profoundly, men must be partners in the pursuit of gender equality, in their decision-making roles, as heads of state, CEOs, religious and cultural leaders, and as partners and parents.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: UN Women Global Gender Equality Report, 2023
Gender equality requires men to actively share power and responsibility in all leadership and family roles.
In simple terms: Men must share power for true gender equality.
Key Takeaway
Encourage men to become partners in equality efforts.
Themes
gender equality
leadership
partnership
social change
men's roles
Mood
hopeful
determined
challenging
Type
advocacy
policy
inspirational
When to use this quote
- corporate boardrooms
- government cabinets
- religious councils
- family decision making
Key Concepts
feminism
shared responsibility
intersectionality
Questions to Reflect On
- How can men be motivated to embrace equality?
- What barriers exist in different cultures?
A Different Perspective
Change may face cultural resistance and entrenched patriarchy.
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