Women and Education
When you invest in a girl's education, she feeds herself, her children, her community, and her nation.”
— Erna Solberg
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Gordon B. Hinckley, "How Can I Become the Woman of Whom I Dream?"
"You can include in the dream of the woman you would like to be a picture of one qualified to serve society and make a significant contribution to the world of which she will be a part. Set your priorities in terms of marriage and family, but also pursue educational programs which will lead to satisfying work and productive employment in case you do not marry, or to a sense of security and fulfillment in the event you do marry. Education will increase your appreciation and refine your talent.”
President Russell M. Nelson, "A Plea to My Sisters"
"We...need your strength, your conversion, your conviction, your ability to lead, your wisdom, and your voices. The kingdom of God is not and cannot be complete without...women who can speak with the power and authority of God!... I plead with my sisters of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to step forward! Take your rightful and needful place in your home, in your community, and in the kingdom of God—more than you ever have before. . . . As you do so, the Holy Ghost will magnify your influence in an unprecedented way!"
Dallin H. Oaks, "Life Preparation"
“Our young women’s primary orientation toward motherhood is not inconsistent with their diligent pursuit of an education, even their efforts in courses of study that are vocationally related...A young woman’s education should prepare her for more than the responsibilities of motherhood. It should prepare her for the entire period of her life."