“I write to give a voice to those who have been silenced.”
What this quote means
Maillet expresses her mission as a writer: to give voice to those forgotten by history. Writing becomes an act of justice, a way to restore dignity to the silenced. This quote resonates for all who use their art or voice to represent the marginalized. It reminds us that literature can be a powerful tool for memory and resistance.
How to apply it daily
Use your voice, whether through writing, art, or speech, to amplify the stories of those often ignored.
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