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Meghan's empowering words about women

The Duchess of Sussex is 'renowned (1)' for the way she speaks out on things that matter to her. She has long been a vocal advocate for women's issues. Here are some of her most inspirational quotes.

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International Women's Day panel discussion, 2019

"[As a man] Your confidence comes in knowing that a woman by your side, not behind you, is actually something you shouldn't be threatened (2) about but...  you should feel really empowered in having that additional support that this is really about us working together."

University of Johannesburg visit, 2019

"When we empower girls hungry for education, we cultivate women who are emboldened to effect change within their communities and globally."

New Zealand royal tour, 2018

“Women’s suffrage is about feminism, but feminism is about fairness. Suffrage is not simply about the right to vote but also about what that represents: the basic and fundamental human right of being able to participate in... the very world that you are a part of."

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The Royal Foundation Forum, 2018

"Women don't need to find their voice. They need to feel empowered to use it and people need to be encouraged (3) to listen."

Create and Cultivate online platform, 2016

"You don’t have to play dress up to be a feminist... You can be a woman who wants to look good and still stand up for the equality of women. There’s no uniform for feminism; you are a feminist exactly the way you are."

UN Women Conference, 2015

"Women need a seat at the table, they need an invitation to be seated there, and in some cases, where this is not available, they need to create their own table." 

InStyle, 2015

"I think the biggest part of being a girl boss (4) in the office, at home, or anywhere you go is just knowing your value (5)."

Elle Canada, 2015

"Be kind to yourself. Truly, if we treated ourselves as well as we treated our best friends we would be a million miles ahead of the game."

Open letter, 2014

"You need to know that you’re enough... That five pounds lost won’t make you happier, that more make-up won’t make you prettier... You are complete with or without a partner. You are enough just as you are."

1. To be renowned = To be well known.
2. To threaten = To menace.
3. To encourage = To motivate. 
4. Boss = Chief.
5. Value = Worth.

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