Aminata Touré Quotes

Among other things. I believe that women often have to invest more in parties than men because they are in the minority. That scares you again. Many social groups are not involved in politics because they simply cannot afford to invest so much time. Personally, I don't have the impression that I had to give up much for political work, but that I actually gained a lot from the opportunity to do politics. Basically, in the political world, both women and men have to be able to endure a lot, for example being hostile for the positions they represent.

responsibility towards affected African countries and in particular the population in Mali.

I grew up with a critical view of state institutions, but always with the awareness that I could make them better.

many a decision would be closer to the reality of life of the people directly affected by the laws.

That is when I noticed that many problems still exist in refugee policy,

They thought we were French or American.

The path into politics as part of a group that is not often represented in politics. But then there are many other areas outside of politics where there aren't many people like me.

Politics is also about making unpopular decisions because they are necessary in the long term.

“It's not about one minority person making it and then everything is achieved. It's about how we can have the same dreams, say them out loud without anyone laughing. Laughs because he or she knows that this is a dream that cannot be had. How ready would this society be for a black woman on the board of a DAX company? For a black chancellor? We often talk about glass ceilings for women.

"They fought for survival and had no time for political participation," she said.

It is my pleasure to join the Sanitation and Water for All Global Leadership Council. Access to water and sanitation is a basic human right, yet 2.4 billion people around the world lack basic sanitation services such as toilets or latrines. As a girls’ rights advocate, it is of particular interest to promote universal access to toilets in all schools, all around the world. Here in Africa, we do know that having toilets in school is a good way of keeping girls in schools.

"I don't want to choose between one of these two worlds," she said.

Of course there are obstacles put in your way!

We must continue to strengthen women leaders in their capacities, so that they can be present at the negotiation tables and contribute to reflecting this very important gender dimension in peace agreements.

Every day there is that little bit that changes us. People. words. Music. Books. Sentences. A laugh. Afraid of a moment. A dispute. Boredom. Every day there is that little bit that changes us.