#new colonialism

[arte1misia]

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[feministworldproblems]

When (especially white) people say they would rather *go there and build something myself* than donate money to organizations in impoverished countries / areas

If you have no skills, no knowledge of the country or culture, no idea what´s really needed, you won´t help, you´ll be a burden. Just because you´re white and from a rich country does not mean that you can magically help people who you think need your saving. fu.

(I liked this article: "Is 'voluntourism' the new colonialism?")

[afrochicgist-blog]

What are your thoughts on China establishing in Africa?