"L'égalité des sexes est plus qu'un objectif en soi. C'est une condition préalable pour relever le défi de la réduction de la pauvreté, de la promotion du développement durable et de la construction d'une bonne gouvernance."
— Kofi Annan
Simplified Meaning:
Meeting the challenges of reducing poverty, promoting sustainable development, and building good governance requires gender equality. Imagine a classroom where only boys are allowed to learn math and science, leaving the girls uneducated. This imbalance curbs the potential of half the population, causing communities to miss out on the benefits that educated and skilled women could bring. When both men and women are given equal opportunities, it can lead to better economic growth, healthier families, and more effective governments. For instance, in Rwanda, after prioritizing gender equality, women now hold many important positions, helping to rebuild the nation after the genocide. Following this approach, everyone can work together more effectively to create lasting and fair progress.
