Quote by Michelle Bachelet

There is no city or country in the world where women and girls live free of the fear of violence. No leader can claim: 'this is not happening in my backyard.'

There is no city or country in the world where women and gir

Summary

This quote suggests that the issue of violence against women and girls is a pervasive global problem that cannot be ignored or attributed to specific regions or leaders. It states that the fear of violence is present everywhere, indicating that no city or country can be considered completely safe for women. By emphasizing the universality of this issue, the quote urges leaders to acknowledge and address the prevalence of violence against women rather than denying its existence within their own communities.

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By Michelle Bachelet

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