Welcome to our curated collection of Inclusion Quotes, where we explore the powerful words and sentiments of individuals from various walks of life who champion the importance of inclusivity in our society. Inclusion is not just a concept; it’s a fundamental value that promotes acceptance, diversity, and equity. These quotes serve as a reminder of the significance of inclusion in fostering stronger communities, workplaces, and relationships. Whether you’re seeking inspiration, guidance, or simply looking for compelling quotes to share, you’ll find a wealth of wisdom and insight on this page. Feel free to copy these quotes, pair them with images, or embellish them with stylish fonts to spread the message of inclusion even further.
I wanna work with filmmakers that love, are enthusiastic about their process – about the process – about their process and the environment of inclusion and collaboration. I want the people to be able to trust me, and I wanna be able to trust them. John David Washington
Financial inclusion helps lift people out of poverty and can help speed economic development. It can draw more women into the mainstream of economic activity, harnessing their contributions to society. Sri Mulyani Indrawati
Because if Asian American content is seen as a trend, the way that like leggings are in, then that’s not true representation or inclusion. The mainstream doesn’t have to worry about that. Lulu Wang
The sad thing is that, for many writers of fantasy fiction, the inclusion of magic seems to mean that logical ramifications and real-world laws both go out the window. Jane Lindskold
Whatever the long-term legal prospects for same-sex marriage, President Obama’s willingness to put the matter front and center in an election year can at least make him a candidate for inclusion in Kennedy’s Profiles in Courage. Robert Dallek
You either believe that people respond to authority, or that they respond to kindness and inclusion. I’m obviously in the latter camp. I think that people respond better to reward than punishment. Brian Eno
We do various kinds of research during the planning stage. We consider the inclusion of characters that feature in games being developed at the same time, are highly requested by users, and are popular within their series. We then think about how they could be unique if they were to appear in ‘Super Smash Bros.’ Masahiro Sakurai
Ability to speak the majority language is not just important for inclusion; it is important for minorities to be able to claim their rights and entitlements. Deeyah Khan
It’s when we care for each other – choosing inclusion and love over division and hatred – that this great country is at its greatest. Tulsi Gabbard
I believe it’s our responsibility to show our communities the value of all people, to celebrate different, and to take a stand for acceptance and inclusion. Julie Foudy
I hope that teachings about inclusion and love win out over what I personally consider to be a handful of scriptures that reflect the moral expectations of the era in which they were recorded. Pete Buttigieg
I think the Winter Olympics are definitely on a smaller scale than the summer games, but with the inclusion of cool new sports like slope style skiing and snowboarding, it is going to breathe new life into them and attract a whole new crowd. Nick Goepper
It is the recognition of history as a record of human experience which has inevitably resulted in the inclusion of this conquest of civilization within the framework of a complete human history. James Henry Breasted
In order to have a meaningful impact, companies should value diversity and inclusion from Day One. Christine Tsai
I’ve been a Republican all my life because I embrace the conservative values of hard work, personal freedom, less government and fewer taxes. But I also believe in compassion, inclusion, and helping those who want to help themselves. Lionel Sosa
The world is yearning for more inclusion, because we’re not living in 1930 where we’ve got X amount of superheroes and X amount of representation. Ray Fisher
I believe in a passion for inclusion. Lady Gaga
Technically a memoir, ‘The Woman Warrior’ becomes almost magical through its inclusion of folk tales, dreams, and revisions. Karen Joy Fowler
My becoming the CEO is a testament to our long commitment to diversity inclusion. And I intend to really focus and really pay that forward for our future diverse leaders at Deloitte. Cathy Engelbert
The first turning point, when I stopped doing things by myself and the Bastille project began, was the inclusion of more electronic music into the sound. Dan Smith
From food security to housing, from job creation to healthcare, from financial inclusion to insurance – we have adopted a holistic approach towards social welfare. Anurag Thakur
I’d like to see David Letterman adopt the inclusion rider on his Netflix show. Nell Scovell
Technology can be used to make people’s lives easier, to reduce inequality, to facilitate inclusion, or to solve intractable global problems, but without dialogue and governance, it can be used against humanity – the choice on how we use technology is ours. Sharan Burrow
Today when I think about diversity, I actually think about the word ‘inclusion.’ And I think this is a time of great inclusion. It’s not men, it’s not women alone. Whether it’s geographic, it’s approach, it’s your style, it’s your way of learning, the way you want to contribute, it’s your age – it is really broad. Ginni Rometty
Information, education, skills, healthcare, livelihood, financial inclusion, small and village enterprises, opportunities for women, conservation of natural resources, distributed clean energy – entirely new possibilities have emerged to change the development model. Narendra Modi
At KPMG, we are intentional about leading with inclusion because we believe it strengthens our ability to make a tangible difference for our clients, our people, and society. Lynne Doughtie
Only directors like Sanjay Leela Bhansali, who make period films, have songs in their movies that facilitate the inclusion of classical dance forms. No one else is concentrating on making pure classical numbers. Remo D’Souza
Under popular culture’s obsession with a naive inclusion, everything is O.K. Stanley Crouch
Diversity and inclusion are always something industries should strive for. Halima Aden
Diversity and inclusion, which are the real grounds for creativity, must remain at the center of what we do. Marco Bizzarri
We believe digital payments are making financial services more universally affordable, accessible and, therefore, have the opportunity to drive financial inclusion and financial health for billions worldwide. Dan Schulman
Businesses, the State, and the third sector should join forces for a fairer society around the theme of diversity and inclusion in the supply chain, diverse suppliers in general, and work and procurement with women in particular. Ofra Strauss
The current concept of prom just seems so empty. Teenagers get dressed up to go to a dance at a fancy location. It encourages social inclusion or exclusion based on your ability or inability to snag a date. Adora Svitak
We need a pope to usher in a new era of inclusion, the end of a sinful clericalism, and a strong sense of duty to those on society’s margins. The 1 billion faithful long for a leader who is fearless and driven – not by terror but by love. Greg Boyle
When people talk about diversity and inclusion, sometimes there’s a bit of an eye-rolling mentality or ticking boxes. But I feel like that’s kind of necessary at times, because the playing fields are not level in the first place. Ncuti Gatwa
You have a responsibility to make inclusion a daily thought, so we can get rid of the word ‘inclusion.’ Theodore Melfi
Let us not act out of fear and misunderstanding, but out of the values of inclusion, diversity, and regard for all that make our country great. Loretta Lynch
Neil’s effect on the band was immediate and very fulfilling. He adds a certain edge to the sound and, of course, he is an incredible musician. We became a better band because of the inclusion of Neil Young. Graham Nash
The Olympics is all about inclusion, coming together for sport. That’s the footprint I want to leave. Gus Kenworthy
My thinking has always been that the worst problem we have with regard to lack of inclusion is the terribly low labor force participation rates and terribly high unemployment rates of young men, especially young men in ethnic minority groups and, in particular, young black men. Edmund Phelps
Hollywood has definitely grown, in embracing the inclusion of Latinos in the world, because, for some time, we didn’t exist. We were not part of any stories. Salma Hayek
While there should be collective efforts to increase tech inclusion overall, the industry must work to specifically attract and retain women of color. Kimberly Bryant
Inclusion and transparency have been mainstays of my leadership. It’s about education and reaching out. Gabrielle Carteris
The main cause of Europe’s deep fall – the losses of inclusion, job satisfaction and wage growth – is the devastating slowdown of productivity that began in the late 1990s and struck large swaths of the continent. It holds down the growth of wages rates, and it depresses employment. Edmund Phelps
Economic success without accountability and social inclusion is not sustainable, and new governments often must face tough choices in order to protect the poor and vulnerable. Sri Mulyani Indrawati
The inclusion of slope style in the Olympics is cool. I think it’s going to be a total breath of fresh air. The Olympics needs us more than we need it. Nick Goepper
My management style is one of inclusion, meaning we’re all one team no matter if you’re making an hourly wage at the fulfillment center floor, if you’re a C-staffer from a public company. Chieh Huang
Diversity has definitely been increasing, but still we have the issue of inclusion, and that is why I am so grateful about playing the role of Nagini in the ‘Fantastic Beasts’ franchise. Claudia Kim
We have to stop thinking about diversity and start thinking about inclusion. That’s what you can take from August Wilson. That there are whole cultures out there living experiences exactly like yours, and their stories can be just as dynamic, sold in the foreign market, put as many butts in the seats as any Caucasian movie out there. Viola Davis
Tolerance, diversity, and inclusion are not political opinions. They are non-negotiable human rights – hard fought and secured in America. Andy Dunn
Corporate social responsibility is measured in terms of businesses improving conditions for their employees, shareholders, communities, and environment. But moral responsibility goes further, reflecting the need for corporations to address fundamental ethical issues such as inclusion, dignity, and equality. Klaus Schwab
President Obama’s record on national security is a tribute to his strength, and judgment, and to his preference for inclusion and partnership over partisanship. William J. Clinton
There are several problems with the ACA’s reliance on means-based inclusion criteria and mandatory participation in exchanges – the complexity of the exchange mechanism, and the potential for income-based subsidies to become a disincentive to earn if insurance rates escalate for those beyond the income threshold. Ron Williams
Black America now has the power to achieve economic inclusion, which we rightfully deserve because we built this country. This is a conversation that white America doesn’t really want to have. Byron Allen
From casting to hiring to awards races like the Emmys, taking active steps toward inclusion will make for richer stories, a stronger democracy, and a better world. Jay Duplass
Our commitment to integrity, our commitment to diversity and inclusion, to respecting our teammates – that’s what makes this business work. Dennis Muilenburg
It is accurate that the Walt Disney Company and ESPN are committed to diversity and inclusion. These are long-standing values that drive fundamental fairness while providing us with the widest possible pool of talent to create the smartest and most creative staff. We do not view this as a political stance but as a human stance. John Skipper
I think the art world heightens the intensity of desires for inclusion, and the humiliations of exclusion, which is why it’s a great place to circulate when you are in the lucky position, as I am, of not wanting or needing anything from anyone. Rachel Kushner
I feel like we need to be aware of the ways we use and misuse religious dogma: whether it takes us deeper into love and inclusion or it separates us. Sue Monk Kidd
Our message of opportunity and inclusion is, I think, a very powerful message that does indeed speak to Americans, but we’ve got to do a better job of listening. Tom Perez
Financial inclusion matters not only because it promotes growth, but because it helps ensure prosperity is widely shared. Access to financial services plays a critical role in lifting people out of poverty, in empowering women, and in helping governments deliver services to their people. Sri Mulyani Indrawati
You have to stick up for what you believe in. And that, to me, is the biggest thing you can do about driving inclusion. Ginni Rometty
I learned early on about the real meaning of equity and inclusion, and that when those guiding principles are not met, they can have devastating effects on individuals, families, and communities. Lori Lightfoot
I have known Tiffany R. Warren for many years, and we have always shared the goal to promote diversity and inclusion in the creative industries. Bozoma Saint John
America works best when we work together to expand the circle of inclusion. Raja Krishnamoorthi
Canada is the only country in the West that hasn’t given in to the rhetoric of fear. The dominant rhetoric is a line of inclusion. John Ralston Saul
All my friends can probably only name one publishing house, and that is Scholastic; they are everywhere. Scholastic is the perfect partner for spreading my message of diversity, inclusion, and social action. Marley Dias
The exclusion of God automatically means the inclusion of evil. Tony Evans
Conservatives are time-biders. And they understand, as Corey Robin explains in his indispensable book ‘The Reactionary Mind,’ that the direction of human history is not on their side – that is why they are reactionaries – because, other things equal, civilization does tend towards more inclusion, more emancipation, more liberalism. Rick Perlstein
There is increasing recognition that violence against women is a major barrier to the fulfilment of human rights and a direct challenge to women’s inclusion and participation in sustainable development and sustaining peace. Antonio Guterres
Terrain has seen a strong uptick in brand awareness and direct-to-consumer traffic from their inclusion in the Anthropologie Group. Richard Hayne
What matters is that there is somewhere for those who are troubled, threatened or afraid to turn to in their darkest hour. What matters is that there are those who are willing and able to use the law as an instrument of inclusion, of protection, and of freedom. Loretta Lynch
We need one America – one that includes housing, education, jobs, access to capital, and economic inclusion for every American. This will create a stronger America. Byron Allen
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. Kimberly Bryant
The government’s desire to expand global trade may be understandable, but we mustn’t give away too much. We must tell our elected representatives to at least delay the Canada-China FIPA until it has been examined more thoroughly, and to reconsider the inclusion of investor-state arbitration mechanisms in all trade deals. David Suzuki
Federal support for Morristown National Historic Park and the inclusion of additional lands present a unique opportunity for our government to express its commitment to preserving our past. Failing to do so may allow these historically important lands to go unprotected. Rodney Frelinghuysen
I lived near Santa Cruz for ten years, and the whole time, it bothered me what an exclusionary definition of ‘inclusion’ was in force. Social censure was applied to those who expressed unpopular or uncomfortable ideas. Kent Beck
Lula’s political culture translated into a government project that sought to include the poor in the budget with minimal efforts in terms of structural transformation. The inclusion of the poor would trigger the economy, creating a virtuous cycle of mass consumption market, increased tax collection, more investments, and more benefits. Fernando Haddad
I want to make sure that Hillary Clinton is the next president of the United States because we need Secretary Clinton’s focus on making sure that we build an America where our values of inclusion and opportunity for everyone are the values that bring us together. Tim Kaine
The creation of useless offices and mandatory trainings to promote ‘wokeness’ and diversity inclusion among our troops distracts from the national security mission of the armed services. Lauren Boebert
Football, like no other sport, creates a sense of unity, equality, and inclusion. All of these are at the heart of my vision for a changing Gabon. Ali Bongo Ondimba
I’m very passionate about music and was excited to see that the majority of readers loved the inclusion of lyrics. Colleen Hoover
I don’t think feminism is about the exclusion of men but their inclusion… we must face and address those issues, especially to include younger men and boys. Annie Lennox
In America, black urban teenagers have long been lacking in inclusion. In France, there is a comparable lack of inclusion among North Africans. In much of Europe, there has been little attempt to include the Roma. Edmund Phelps
Discipline and unconditional support is earned by understanding and trust and inclusion. Not by isolation, not by nasty tricks. Colm Keaveney
Helping to open up the conversation about inclusion and diversity in casting has been a dream come true. Michael Arden
As an Egyptian, I was glad to see the film ‘Black Panther’ embrace my country with its inclusion of the Ancient Egyptian goddess Bast as the deity of Wakandans. But considering the anti-black racism against the Nubian indigenous community and visitors in my country, I knew Egypt would not return the love. Mona Eltahawy
Businesses have played an important role in advancing nondiscrimination protections across the county because they have recognized that inclusion is the right thing to do and fairness and equality are good for business. London Breed
The entire political system is contrary to everything a feminine heart stands for. It lacks inclusion. It lacks tenderness toward children. It lacks honor for relationships. It lacks reverence for the earth. It lacks love. And without those things, the feminine psyche disconnects. Marianne Williamson
I am so excited that society is taking so much interest in the disability sector and our belief in inclusion is getting so much media coverage. Madeline Stuart
I think that overall, the position – on a whole host of issues – should always be toward inclusion and equality. Loretta Lynch
I put my name out there and ran for public service because I want more inclusion, diversity, and opportunity… I will fight for those values. Michelle Wu
I’m on the board of the Annenberg Inclusion Initiative, which is run by Dr. Stacy Smith – she conceived of the inclusion rider. What I love about the inclusion rider is it uses the fact that Hollywood is based on hierarchies, and it knows that these key players have persuasive power. Nell Scovell
Diversity requires commitment. Achieving the superior performance diversity can produce needs further action – most notably, a commitment to develop a culture of inclusion. People do not just need to be different, they need to be fully involved and feel their voices are heard. Alain Dehaze
This recognition of the earlier human background, now so obvious to us, did not come all at once, for the inclusion of history itself in university instruction is an event less than two centuries old. James Henry Breasted
I am unapologetic about the need for social change, greater inclusion, and equity. Marley Dias
Women’s inclusion in the economy is one of the most important issues in Israel. Ofra Strauss
There are two reasons to pursue diversity and inclusion. One, because you believe one group has benefitted from hundreds of years of discrimination, or two, maybe you don’t like that women make 73 cents on the dollar compared to men. Chris Sacca
We need to give each other the space to grow, to be ourselves, to exercise our diversity. We need to give each other space so that we may both give and receive such beautiful things as ideas, openness, dignity, joy, healing, and inclusion. Max de Pree
We choose forward. We choose inclusion. We choose growing together. We choose American economic might and muscle, standing strong on the bedrock of the American ideal: a strong, empowered and ever-growing middle class. Cory Booker