"It takes a village to raise a child." - Igbo Proverb

“It takes a village to raise a child.”

- Igbofamily

Meaning

Children are the responsibility of the entire community, not just their parents.

This globally known proverb originates from Igbo communal child-rearing practices where extended family and neighbors share in a child's upbringing.

Origin

Igbo

Language

Igbo

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