Manal al-Sharif Quotes & Sayings

“The rain begins with a single drop.”

“All I did was ask for rights. I didn't attack anyone. I didn't harass anyone. I didn't oppose the system or the country or the authority. All I said is, 'Why can't I drive?'”

“It took me a long, long time to break the chains that's inside me.”

“Women tell me they are different since 21 May - the day I was arrested - it's a positive change, they believe now.”

“Women want to drive and they are taking actual steps towards that.”

“When women break that taboo and they're not afraid to drive that car by herself - that's it. Now she has the guts to speak up for herself and take action.”

“We won't stop until the first Saudi license is issued to a woman.”