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RE: Steemit - Helping Overcome International Barriers and Disadvantage
Couldn’t agree more Tom. I happen to think and talk about helping the world, but do I really do something meaningful? I do not think so... And you are right, we can help people like this as well- supporting them by learning about them, their lives, cultures and struggles. I think that it is something that anyone that works in medicine or science wants to achieve – make the lives of others better.
Great post, resteeming.
Thanks very much! I'd agree that I probably spend more time thinking about doing good than actually taking action. I also think it's really important to help in a way that doesn't belittle people... last time I was in a third world country (Nepal) I was reminded quite starkly that just because people grow up in abject poverty doesn't mean they're helpless or without pride. An offer of financial support was often turned down, but an action such as offering a helping hand or supporting a business really went a long way! I guess Steemit offers the same opportunity by allowing us to support good content, no matter where it is produced.
I don't want to sound like I'm against charity lol. It's definitely got its place and giving is a great thing, but people often don't want to be patronized by having money thrown at them and supporting their enterprises and initiatives results in a much better outcomes for everyone :)