Having reported in Congo for years, I know why communities resist Ebola responders — it’s a rational response to decades of exploitation and broken promises by foreign powers.
This piece answered so many questions I didn't even know to ask. People see what they see, trust who they trust, and are suspicious of the foreigner. And given the current state of who WE are, I don't blame them.
Well written Lauren. It's really hard to convey beliefs that stem from world views different than ours. This is especially difficult when past corruption and bad practice validate the beliefs. You conveyed them well.
This piece answered so many questions I didn't even know to ask. People see what they see, trust who they trust, and are suspicious of the foreigner. And given the current state of who WE are, I don't blame them.
Well written Lauren. It's really hard to convey beliefs that stem from world views different than ours. This is especially difficult when past corruption and bad practice validate the beliefs. You conveyed them well.
Thank you.