by Liz Scarfe | Jul 20, 2023 | culture, helping
The issues of our times are so big, so painful. The drive to relieve suffering and relieve it NOW can be really strong (and a good thing of course). But relieving suffering in the short-term and at the individual level is not the same as liberation and empowerment for...
by Liz Scarfe | Mar 23, 2023 | colonialism, helping, oppression/anti-oppression
That dear reader, is philanthrocapitalism in a silly, sardonic, soliloquy. But if you want a bit more detail and a bit more seriousness, using the illustrious Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation as an example, read on… Oh, and I’m making some strong statements, so I’ve...
by Liz Scarfe | Mar 2, 2023 | colonialism, helping, oppression/anti-oppression
If you’re not familiar with the key features of the industrial complex concept, read this short primer article I wrote first then come back. If you were on the internet in 2012 (and you have a very good memory), you may remember Kony 2012. A short documentary about...
by Liz Scarfe | Feb 23, 2023 | foundational, helping, oppression/anti-oppression, power
This article attempts to provide a concise explanation of the key features of industrial complexes and a potted history of the term. It’s mostly pre-reading for this article on the White Saviour Industrial Complex but there are also some good links here to other...
