Sharan Burrow Quotes

When the Australian Government looked at how to meet the challenges, and the opportunities, presented by our ageing population, it saw that an all-encompassing approach was a prerequisite.

I figure if I have my health, can pay the rent and I have my friends, I call it 'content.'

Above and beyond the question of how to grow the economy there is a legitimate concern about how to grow the quality of our lives.

Economists are coming to acknowledge that measures of national wealth and poverty in terms strictly of average income tell you little that is significant of the health or viability of a society.

Happiness may exist under all conditions, given the right kind of people and sufficient economic security for adequate food and shelter.

Society’s willingness to provide for the poor among them increases when the standard of living is advancing.

The end to be achieved [by public welfare] is the quality of men and women.

The institution of such supervisatory control and surveillance over the now low orders of society as shall compel them to industry, and provide for the helpless, and thus banish those institutions of pauperism and beggary which are fastening upon the vitals of society, and are so prolific of crime and suffering in certain communities.

People need to have enough to eat and have work and money. But there are other things that are important.

Connections with other people affect not only the quality of our lives but also our survival.

I have much more support than most women around this world, and I have the financial means to have a home and help with care and food.

Economic resources are not all that matter in people's lives.

A universal basic income would be the best way to give everyone the opportunity to do more unpaid but incredibly important work, such as caring for children and the elderly.

Rather than just saying, like, 'Your economy is the be all and end all,' I go back to my three roots that I've often said about this being best country for business, the best to raise a family in, and the best to grow old in with a sense of dignity and respect.

Unfortunately but absolutely fair to all, the one thing money can't buy is health - and happiness.

My vision is to give the people of Iowa a place to call home that unleashes opportunity at every turn.

While there is still certainly much more work that needs to be done, Lyft actually believes in increasing diversity and inclusion within their workforce, and also, they believe in being a strong supporter of that in the community.

Key to success for the education of young African girls is building a model that works with communities, schools, and national Ministries of Education to build a system of protection and support around girls, ensuring that they receive the education that is their right. Financial support is provided alongside a social support system.

Transforming our societies and our economies is an agenda that requires the participation of all. Gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls are key. Including and empowering women and girls to develop and implement climate solutions is the right thing to do. It is also the smart thing to do.

A failing social care system will have long-lasting repercussions for all, but it is women who are likely to be worst hit.

Aspiration, opportunity, and a stake in society are things which combine education, decent healthcare and the fruits of a capitalist system where individuals contribute to society, while also pursuing their natural inclination to improve their lot in life.

Whether it's making sure that a person has access to a doctor when they need one, investing in excellent first class educations for our children or making sure that working people are able to provide for their families and put food on the table when they put in an honest day's work, I will continue to put people and families first.

GDP excludes care work and other unpaid work, most of which falls to women and girls in rich and in poor countries alike.

In order to restore the safe lives and livelihood of all the people, my mission is to succeed and advance what the Abe administration has implemented.

The sign of a civilised society is how we treat the most vulnerable and our social care system is not up to scratch.