1.3. Issues of Charity and Dependence

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is charity?

   Hint

   Think about the common definitions of help.

2. 2.

   What does dependence mean in this context?

   Hint

   What happens when someone cannot act without assistance?

3. 3.

   What is one potential negative outcome of charity?

   • Increased self-esteem
   • Dependence on aid
   • Enhanced community leadership

   Hint

   Consider how charity can change people's mindsets.

4. 4.

   True or False: Women have no significant role in community recovery.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Remember the examples we discussed about women organizing groups.

5. 5.

   Assess the impact of a charity-driven emergency response versus a community-empowered recovery. Which leads to more sustainable outcomes?

   Hint

   Refer to case studies for evidence of sustainability.

6. 6.

   Design an intervention for a disaster-affected community that minimizes dependency on external aid. How would you ensure community buy-in?

   Hint

   Think about ways to engage community members meaningfully.