Black is beautiful when it is a slum kid studying to enter college, when it is a man learning new skills for a new job. . . .
Whitney M. YoungRead
Do our children now have to choose between getting an education and dying? Some of us cannot move on and accept that kind of society.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the dire choice some children face between pursuing education and their safety.
Obiageli Ezekwesili's quote highlights the tragic reality many children encounter in conflict zones, where the pursuit of education can be life-threatening. It calls for a societal acknowledgment of this injustice and evokes a sense of urgency for change, illustrating the stark contrast between the right to education and the horrors of violence that threaten young lives.
Themes
EducationChildrenSocietySafetyConflict
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech advocating for children's rights, this quote can be used to underscore the importance of safe educational environments.
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