Analyse
The quote appears verbatim in the video recording and transcript of Novogratz’s keynote at the Skoll World Forum 2014, where she discussed redefining poverty and the role of justice. Multiple reputable sources cite this line as part of her speech. The wording matches the statement provided, confirming accurate attribution and content.
Achtergrond
Jacqueline Novogratz is the founder and CEO of Acumen, a nonprofit that invests in social enterprises. In her 2014 Skoll World Forum address, she emphasized that solving poverty requires systemic change and justice rather than merely increasing wealth. The quote has been widely quoted in articles and social‑impact literature referencing that talk.
Samenvatting verdict
Jacqueline Novogratz did say, “The opposite of poverty isn’t wealth; it’s justice,” at the 2014 Skoll World Forum.