Famous quotes
Quotes by famous people, credited to who said them. Your own quotes must not match any of these. More are added all the time. 1,158,269 quotes Who coined it · How we decide
EnglishItalianoPolskiעבריתFrançaisPortuguêsفارسیEspañol中文РусскийDeutschالعربيةहिन्दी日本語ΕλληνικάLatina
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf
120 quotes
“Ethnicity should enrich us; it should make us a unique people in our diversity and not be used to divide us.”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) first seen 2021 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: 15 Quotes by Nobel Laureate Ellen Johnson Sirleaf that show the importance of enabling women. January 10 2021 by YourStory.Com retrieved 14 November 2022.
“To girls and women everywhere, I issue a simple invitation. My sisters, my daughters, my friends; find your voice.”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) first seen 2021 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: January 10 2021 by YourStory.Com retrieved 14 November 2022.
“It’s a big challenge in whatever country we’re in, because the stereotyping, the obstacles that women face are global… And so the action must be global, it must be collective. And it must be a networking across borders, because our rights are the same, our goals are common.”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Leadership is never given on a silver platter, one has to earn it.”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) first seen 2021 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: 15 Quotes by Nobel Laureate Ellen Johnson Sirleaf that show the importance of enabling women January 10 2021 by YourStory.Com retrieved 14 November 2022.
“Even though women are the victims, they are the ones who stand up. They are the ones who are able to promote peace and reconciliation”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Once the glass ceiling has been broken, it can never be put back together, however one would try to do that.”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) first seen 2021 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: January 10 2021 by YourStory.Com retrieved 14 November 2022.
“I believe that there are certain attributes in a woman that give her some advantages over a man. Women are usually more honest, more sensitive to issues and bring a stronger sense of commitment and dedication to what they do. Maybe because they were mothers, and being a mother, you have that special attention for the family, for the young, for children.”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) first seen 2021 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: January 10 2021 by YourStory.Com retrieved 14 November 2022. January 10 2021 by YourStory.Com retrieved 14 November 2022.
“If your dreams do not scare you, they are not big enough.”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“The size of your dreams must always exceed your current capacity to achieve them. If your dreams do not scare you, they are not big enough.”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Increasingly there is recognition that full gender equity will ensure a stronger economy, a more developed nation, a more peaceful nation. And that is why we must continue to work.”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) first seen 2021 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: https://africa.unwomen.org/en/news-and-events/stories/2021/03/ten-african-women-leaders-we-admire Africa un women ( March 19,2021).
“True reconciliation is not just about forgiving, but also about building a future together".”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Future generations will judge us not by what we say, but what we do.”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Of course, I am the first democratically elected woman president in Africa, and that raises a lot of expectations. Because I represent the aspirations of women all over Africa, I must succeed for them. I must keep the door open for women's participation in politics at the highest level. That is both humbling and exciting.”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I earned my professional credibility a long time ago in a male-dominated world. I just hope that as a woman, I bring in an extra dimension to the job. I bring in the sensitivity of being a woman and a mother, and that means I pay more attention to women, children, and the social needs of society.”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I don't face any particular problems as a woman president because I have been a professional for a long time. I keep telling people: I am a technocrat who happens to be a woman.”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“The people of Liberia know what it means to be deprived of clean water. But we also know what it means to see our children begin to smile again, with a restoration of hope and faith in the future.”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“One has to look at my life story to see what I've done. I've paid a heavy price that many people don't realize.”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Our entire judicial system in Liberia has broken down because of the many years of lawlessness, indiscipline and warfare. We need more training to get more qualified judges. We need infrastructural reforms. All of our laws need to be re-examined by a law reform commission.”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“In Liberia, our main obstacle is infrastructure: the lights, the water, the roads. Companies can't operate without those things. And even though we have commitments from our partners, it takes time to turn commitments into cash.”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I did my best under the extenuating circumstances and conditions that we all know so very well,”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: I Make No Apology”: Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Defends 12-Year Presidency Before Liberian Lawmakers liberianinvestigator.com(March 6, 2026)
“I served my country with dedication and with honesty. I therefore make no apology to anybody or anything. My record stands by me, and history will be the judge.”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: I Make No Apology”: Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Defends 12-Year Presidency Before Liberian Lawmakers liberianinvestigator.com(March 6, 2026)
“This invitation is an unprecedented historical decision,”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: I Make No Apology”: Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Defends 12-Year Presidency Before Liberian Lawmakers liberianinvestigator.com(March 6, 2026)
“But rather than speak in generalities, I want to highlight issues that demand attention if Liberia is to move forward.”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: I Make No Apology”: Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Defends 12-Year Presidency Before Liberian Lawmakers liberianinvestigator.com(March 6, 2026)
“Liberia today is above where we were at independence,”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: I Make No Apology”: Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Defends 12-Year Presidency Before Liberian Lawmakers liberianinvestigator.com(March 6, 2026)
“The issue of land is causing serious problems in the country,”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: I Make No Apology”: Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Defends 12-Year Presidency Before Liberian Lawmakers liberianinvestigator.com(March 6, 2026)
“No country will allow this to happen, and neither should we,”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: I Make No Apology”: Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Defends 12-Year Presidency Before Liberian Lawmakers liberianinvestigator.com(March 6, 2026)
“This embarrasses me. It embarrasses women in Liberia. It embarrasses women in Africa and worldwide,”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: I Make No Apology”: Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Defends 12-Year Presidency Before Liberian Lawmakers liberianinvestigator.com(March 6, 2026)
“This city is filthy,”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Liberia: Sirleaf Says 'Filthy' Monrovia Reflects Governance Failures Under Boakai Allafrica (30 April 2026)
“I drive through it from time to time and I'm ashamed.”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Liberia: Sirleaf Says 'Filthy' Monrovia Reflects Governance Failures Under Boakai Allafrica (30 April 2026)
“When they drive through our cities, they leave from here and say so much terrible things about the country,”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Liberia: Sirleaf Says 'Filthy' Monrovia Reflects Governance Failures Under Boakai Allafrica (30 April 2026)
“This is an opportunity,”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Liberia: Sirleaf Says 'Filthy' Monrovia Reflects Governance Failures Under Boakai Allafrica (30 April 2026)
“We don't need it,”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Liberia: Sirleaf Says 'Filthy' Monrovia Reflects Governance Failures Under Boakai Allafrica (30 April 2026)
“Regarding allegations of nepotism and administrative or financial malpractices, LACRA maintains that these claims are entirely baseless...”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Liberia: Sirleaf Says 'Filthy' Monrovia Reflects Governance Failures Under Boakai Allafrica (30 April 2026)
“We should not be sensational,”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Liberia: Sirleaf Says 'Filthy' Monrovia Reflects Governance Failures Under Boakai Allafrica (30 April 2026)
“Find the evidence and follow the law.”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Liberia: Sirleaf Says 'Filthy' Monrovia Reflects Governance Failures Under Boakai Allafrica (30 April 2026)
“I don't think this is the way to go,”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Liberia: Sirleaf Says 'Filthy' Monrovia Reflects Governance Failures Under Boakai Allafrica (30 April 2026)
“I don't think someone should be expelled because of freedom of speech.”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Liberia: Sirleaf Says 'Filthy' Monrovia Reflects Governance Failures Under Boakai Allafrica (30 April 2026)
“I certainly do not think it should be a reason for someone to bear such penalty,”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Liberia: Sirleaf Says 'Filthy' Monrovia Reflects Governance Failures Under Boakai Allafrica (30 April 2026)
“Freedom of speech is something that we must respect. That's what makes good governance,”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Liberia: Sirleaf Says 'Filthy' Monrovia Reflects Governance Failures Under Boakai Allafrica (30 April 2026)
“We must see ourselves as one,”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Liberia: Sirleaf Says 'Filthy' Monrovia Reflects Governance Failures Under Boakai Allafrica (30 April 2026)
“You cannot talk about employment without training people,”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Liberia: Sirleaf Says 'Filthy' Monrovia Reflects Governance Failures Under Boakai Allafrica (30 April 2026)
“Are we getting the benefit from our resources?”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Liberia: Sirleaf Says 'Filthy' Monrovia Reflects Governance Failures Under Boakai Allafrica (30 April 2026)
“You don't just get involved because you're a former leader,”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Liberia: Sirleaf Says 'Filthy' Monrovia Reflects Governance Failures Under Boakai Allafrica (30 April 2026)
“When I took the Presidential Oath of Office in January 2006, Liberia was a nation where corruption was largely the operating system,”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Former President Sirleaf Supports WECC and NACC - Calls for Adequate Funding oweccliberia.org (June 30, 2026)
“Public office had become, for too many, a license for personal extraction rather than an obligation to serve.”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Former President Sirleaf Supports WECC and NACC - Calls for Adequate Funding oweccliberia.org (June 30, 2026)
“We, therefore, call on the President to treat the request for the Specialized Court with the seriousness it deserves and to take the necessary corrective executive actions on that and the several scandals that plague our society,”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Former President Sirleaf Supports WECC and NACC - Calls for Adequate Funding oweccliberia.org (June 30, 2026)
“If you want more banks to open and if you want investment to come, they have to have confidence in our government,”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: ‘Build Integrity, Not a Haven for Drug Dealers,’ Sirleaf Tells Governmentwestafricanpilot.net(Jul 30, 2026)
“We need a government that investors can respect, rely on, and trust. Otherwise, we become a place for bad businesses and drug dealers instead of legitimate investors.”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: ‘Build Integrity, Not a Haven for Drug Dealers,’ Sirleaf Tells Governmentwestafricanpilot.net(Jul 30, 2026)
“The record is clear,”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: ‘Build Integrity, Not a Haven for Drug Dealers,’ Sirleaf Tells Governmentwestafricanpilot.net(Jul 30, 2026)
“When women borrow from the banks, women pay. That is why financial institutions have confidence in women.”
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (born 1938) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: ‘Build Integrity, Not a Haven for Drug Dealers,’ Sirleaf Tells Governmentwestafricanpilot.net(Jul 30, 2026)