"L'injustice et l'oppression sapent l'espoir"
— Kofi Annan
Simplified Meaning:
When people are treated unfairly or cruelly, they start to lose their faith and optimism about the future. Imagine a situation where a boss always gives promotions only to his friends, ignoring harder working employees. Those employees will feel discouraged and may stop trying their best, thinking their efforts are pointless. This can be applied to society as well; if a group of people is constantly discriminated against, like being denied good jobs or fair treatment, they might believe things will never get better. This lack of hope can lead to frustration and sadness. To apply this to our lives, we should strive to treat others fairly and stand against injustice, because when people feel they are treated with respect, they're more motivated and hopeful for the future.
