Capacity Quote by Prince Sadruddin Aga Khan
“The success of any development project is based on encouraging people to shoulder their own responsibilities and become aware of their own capacities, their rights too, rather than providing them with ready-made solutions.”
About This Quote
Development succeeds when people take responsibility and recognize their rights, rather than relying on external solutions.
In simple terms: Empower people to own responsibilities and rights.
Key Takeaway
Promote self‑reliance in development.
Themes
empowerment
responsibility
rights
Mood
thoughtful
inspirational
Type
philosophical
practical
When to use this quote
- community projects
- education
- policy making
Key Concepts
development theory
human rights
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you foster local ownership?
- What rights need stronger emphasis?
A Different Perspective
External aid can create dependency.
