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Change Quote by Shari Arison

“Change is not in the hands of government, not in the hands of a leader or guru, and not in the hands of the powerful or wealthy. It is in our hands: the hands of each and every one of us.” quote by Shari Arison
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“Change is not in the hands of government, not in the hands of a leader or guru, and not in the hands of the powerful or wealthy. It is in our hands: the hands of each and every one of us.”

Shari Arison

About This Quote

Source Interview: Business Leadership Forum, 2020

Empowers individuals as agents of change, not governments or elites.

In simple terms: Change comes from each person.

Key Takeaway

Take personal responsibility for societal change.

Themes

empowerment grassroots agency

Mood

inspirational determined

Type

motivational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • community organizing
  • education reform
  • personal activism

Key Concepts

social change collective action

Questions to Reflect On

  • What actions can you take today?
  • How can communities support each other?
A Different Perspective

Systemic barriers can limit individual impact.

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