Top 10 most inspiring quotes by Alva Myrdal
- If only the authorities could be made to realize that the forces leading them on in the armament race are just insane.
- Marriage, home life, and children, ought to be enjoyed by men and women together. Nobody – and least of all the child – is served by the present tendency to put these things all on one side as ‘Woman’s World.
- Though it is fairly easy to describe what constitutes a bad home, there is no simple definition of a good one. Conformity with the traditional pattern certainly is no guarantee of the happiest results.
- First and foremost arms are tools in the service of rival nations, pointing at the possibility of a future war.
- I agree with the many who consider freezing all sorts of weapons systems a first step in a realistic disarmament policy.
- The smaller nations can in fact exercise greater influence on disarmament negotiations than they have hitherto done.
- There is a cultural factor promoting violence which nowadays undoubtedly is highly effective is the mass media. And particularly everything that enters our minds through pictorial media.
- The misconception that a victory can be worth its price, has in the nuclear age become a total illusion.
- More must be done in concrete terms in order to promote the cause of disarmament.
- It is of the greatest importance that people and governments in many more countries than ours should realize that it is more dangerous to have access to nuclear arms than not to possess them.
Alva Myrdal (1902–1986) was a Swedish diplomat, sociologist, and politician renowned for her significant contributions to international affairs and social issues. Born on January 31, 1902, in Uppsala, Sweden, Myrdal became a prominent advocate for disarmament and peace during the mid-20th century.
Myrdal’s early career was marked by her involvement in social work and academia, where she focused on issues related to education and family welfare. In the 1930s, she played a key role in the establishment of the Swedish welfare state. Her commitment to social justice led to her active engagement in international diplomacy.
In 1955, Alva Myrdal became the first woman to serve as Sweden’s ambassador, representing her country in India. She later contributed to the United Nations as a disarmament expert. Myrdal and her husband, Gunnar Myrdal, jointly received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1982 for their efforts in advocating disarmament and promoting social equality.
Alva Myrdal’s legacy endures through her pioneering work in diplomacy and her unwavering dedication to creating a more equitable and peaceful world. Her impact on international relations and social policy continues to inspire those committed to fostering positive change.
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