When I first worked in Zimbabwe, I was...... Quote by "Ann Cotton"

When I first worked in Zimbabwe, I was a complete novice. I was doing a study, and I continued to learn more and more through the years. And where I have learned most is in the village, from the communities.
— Ann Cotton

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Women's vulnerability around money is hardly exclusive to Africa. Throughout the world, women struggle with financial power. In the West, women's financial literacy is notably lower than men's. That lack of knowledge means that many women slide into poverty when they become widows.
— Ann Cotton

Tags: struggle, money, knowledge, women

All children everywhere deserve the opportunity that is unlocked for them by education.
— Ann Cotton

Tags: them, children, opportunity, education

I am honoured to join education innovators like Ms. Vicky Colbert, Dr. Madhav Chavan, and Sir Fazle Hasan Abed as the fourth WISE Prize for Education Laureate. I accept this prize on behalf of the million girls Camfed is committed to supporting through secondary education.
— Ann Cotton

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Camfed graduates are active in their villages using their skills and resources to improve as many lives as possible. They are teaching financial literacy to marginalized women and bringing vital health care information to rural schoolchildren. Through example, they are demonstrating the power of philanthropy.
— Ann Cotton

Tags: care, power, health, women

Poverty diminishes confidence. So if someone offers you a grain store, even if you really need a plough, you take what is offered to you.
— Ann Cotton

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