Liya Kebede quotes

Liya Kebede is an Ethiopian model, designer, and women’s health advocate recognized internationally. Her work has appeared on major fashion runways and magazine covers around the world. She has used her influence to support maternal health initiatives through the Liya Kebede Foundation. Here are 47 of her quotes:

One thing modeling taught me is that the spotlight can change everything. (Liya Kebede)
I'm Christian. Growing up in Ethiopia, it's half-Christian and half-Muslim. You grow up with Muslim kids. I'm very much aware of their religion. View quote
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Helping others isn't a chore; it is one of the greatest gifts there is. View quote
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What I love most about Mother's Day is that I am acknowledged and honored for being a mother. View quote
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The most inspiring piece of advice I've gotten is simply to persevere. My mom taught me to always keep going no matter what from an early age. When it feels too difficult to push forward, I always remind myself, 'This too shall pass,' and then I redouble my efforts. View quote
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If nothing else, I want women to understand that they are powerful. If you look back at history, in almost every big moment, in every leap forward, you find ordinary women at the core. We have more ability to make changes in the world than we can imagine if we have the courage to try. View quote
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I don't listen to people who say my dreams are impossible; I just work to prove them wrong. View quote
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In a hundred years, how do you want the world to be? Everybody should get together to make the world a better place. View quote
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It's one thing to donate money. It's a whole other thing to give an opportunity for someone to make his own money. View quote
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Prenatal care is one of the most effective ways to reduce maternal mortality because it identifies complications or high risks before emergency situations. View quote
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We should work to guarantee that there is a midwife or health worker by every woman's side during childbirth. (Liya Kebede)
When our mothers are alive and healthy, they do extraordinary things... like the mothers of Plaza de Mayo, who marched in Argentinean plazas, defying the military junta dictatorship and demanding the whereabouts of their abducted children... or the Liberian mothers who faced down civil war armed only with T-shirts and courage. View quote
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For my diet, I choose mostly organic. But in general, I am a big believer in trying to strike a balance with everything. View quote
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Creative new health strategies like micro-insurance for poor people or Kangaroo care for pre-term babies are transforming health outcomes in even the most low-resource settings. Dedication and innovation are transforming health care worldwide. View quote
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Midwives and doctors play a crucial role preventing unnecessary maternal deaths. They educate women about nutrition, health and family planning. And they step in when complications arise. View quote
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A small gold plain cross was passed down from my grandma to my mom, then to me, and now to my daughter. It is always nice to own something that connects you to the women who made it possible for you to exist. View quote
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Investing in women's lives is an investment in sustainable development, in human rights, in future generations - and consequently in our own long-term national interests. View quote
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I want to spend as much time as possible with my children, so I always like to keep my beauty and fashion routines effortless... but still chic! View quote
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I want to do action, romantic comedy, and I love drama. View quote
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It is important for me that I represent a brand that reflects my personality. View quote
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When countries commit to protecting vulnerable lives, they should receive support from those who can provide it in order to make their programs a success. (Liya Kebede)
In 1967, the world health community launched a global effort to eradicate smallpox. It took a coordinated, worldwide effort, required the commitment of every government, and cost $130 million dollars. By 1977, smallpox had disappeared. View quote
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I grew up watching films. Film has been part of my life since I was a child. View quote
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I'm a mom. I'm from Ethiopia. I gave birth in the U.S. and had all the proper care available to me. If I had given birth in Ethiopia - I don't know if I might have even survived it. View quote
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The desert loves me. I love the desert. It's nice to be in the heat in Africa. I love it. View quote
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