Development Quote by Zainab Salbi
“Unfortunately, violence against women is not the only injustice women face globally; it is one of the many inequalities that impede the full development of socially excluded women globally.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: UN Women Forum, 2018
Violence against women is one of many systemic inequities that hinder women's full societal participation and development.
In simple terms: Women face multiple systemic barriers, not just violence.
Key Takeaway
Address all forms of gender inequality.
Themes
gender equality
human rights
development
Mood
urgent
determined
Type
activist
policy‑oriented
When to use this quote
- policy reform
- education
- economic empowerment
- legal advocacy
Key Concepts
intersectionality
systemic oppression
empowerment
Questions to Reflect On
- Which inequities most limit women's progress?
- How can intersecting issues be tackled together?
A Different Perspective
Focusing solely on violence may overlook other critical barriers.
