Who raised
you up?

“My father and mother taught me to believe in myself, to keep going when things were difficult, and to treat people with kindness and respect. Their support gave me resilience.”

“Very few people rise alone. Most of us are standing today because someone helped carry us when we needed it most.”

“I was raised by a woman whose strength became the foundation of my life. Every time I need strength, I carry a piece of her within me.”

“I was raised up by people who offered sanctuary, believed in my potential, gave me trust, mentorship and the space to flourish.”

“A simple yet powerful question. My immediate answer is my Dad — and there have also been many people along the way.”

“They were both incredibly smart, strong people — and incredible role models.”

“My Mum raised me up. When I chose to advocate, I knew she would have faith in me to do what I felt I must — especially when it was for the good of so many.”

“The people who stand beside us give us the courage to keep moving forward, especially through life’s hardest moments.”

“Gratitude begins by recognising the people whose quiet belief helped us become who we are.”

“The people who raise us often do it through courage, example and the values they live every day.”

“Gratitude becomes most meaningful when it is carried forward.”

“Kindness, gratitude and human connection have the power to lift people and transform lives.”