'I am making a very personal commitment myself. This is a war I am not accustomed to but it is a global war and we are in a global army, fighting against a global enemy - HIV/AIDS.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker sees the fight against HIV/AIDS as a global war requiring a personal and collective commitment.
- In plain terms
- Fighting HIV/AIDS is a worldwide battle we must all join.
- What can you take from it?
- Treat HIV/AIDS as a global priority requiring united action.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What does a 'global war' imply for local actions?
- How can personal commitment translate into policy?
Another view
Comparing disease control to war may oversimplify complex health needs.
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