--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: We can think of solutions in various…" description: "\"We can think of solutions in various theoretical ways, but it's not so on the ground. If they don't have a reference that helps them to belong, then th..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/6a3/tariq-ramadan-877_bases_we-can-think-of-solutions-in-various-the_315542.png" --- # We can think of solutions in various theoretical ways, but… ![“We can think of solutions in various theoretical ways, but it's not so on the ground. If they don't have a reference that helps them to belong, then they will end up excluding, and through that they get to feel that they belong on the basis of some narrow identity, language or color.” quote by Tariq Ramadan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/6a3/tariq-ramadan-877_bases_we-can-think-of-solutions-in-various-the_315542.png) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/6a3/tariq-ramadan-877_bases_we-can-think-of-solutions-in-various-the_315542.png) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/6a3/tariq-ramadan-877_bases_we-can-think-of-solutions-in-various-the_315542.png) > “We can think of solutions in various theoretical ways, but it's not so on the ground. If they don't have a reference that helps them to belong, then they will end up excluding, and through that they get to feel that they belong on the basis of some narrow identity, language or color.” [Tariq Ramadan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/tariq-ramadan/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. People need inclusive reference points; lacking them leads to exclusion based on narrow identities. **In simple terms:** Inclusive belonging prevents division. Key Takeaway Foster shared values. Themes social cohesion identity inclusion Mood thoughtful concerned optimistic Type philosophical analytical When to use this quote - workshops on intercultural dialogue - policy design - education curricula Key Concepts belonging identity politics community building Questions to Reflect On - How can societies create inclusive narratives? - What role does language play in belonging? 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