Over the years, I have been privileged to meet many women, men and children who have escaped domestic abuse and who are determined to tell their stories to save others.
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Reading to our children and our grandchildren is something we can all try to do every day of the year. Not only does it give us pleasure but it leads them on a voyage of discovery and enrichment that only books can bring.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Reading to children fosters their growth and imagination while providing joy to both the reader and the listener.
This quote emphasizes the importance of reading to children and grandchildren as a daily practice that not only brings joy to the family but also serves as a gateway to knowledge and creativity. By engaging with books, children embark on a journey that expands their understanding of the world, enriches their lives, and nurtures a love for learning.
Themes
ReadingChildrenEducationBooksDiscovery
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared at a school event encouraging parents to read to their children.
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I have often said that domestic violence is characterised by silence: of the abused, of the abuser and of those who don't know how to intervene. But the media have the ability to break this corrosive silence: bringing us the voices of victims; shattering the taboo; and raising awareness of what we can all do to stop this heinous crime.
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