Children Quote by Óscar Arias
“Mine is an unarmed people, whose children have never seen a fighter or a tank or a warship.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Nobel Peace Prize Acceptance, 1986
A society without war experiences a childhood untouched by violence, highlighting the value of peace.
In simple terms: Peaceful societies protect children from war.
Promote peace and disarmament.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- education
- policy advocacy
- community building
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps can a nation take to maintain a non‑violent culture?
- How does a lack of military exposure shape a child's worldview?
Idealistic view may ignore geopolitical realities.