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October 24, 2005
Combating Compassion Fatigue
"I am alone. All my children and grandchildren are dead. Who will care for me now?"
- Farooq Khan, Pakistani earthquake survivor
50,000 people are dead as a result of the earthquake that rocked Pakistan earlier this month. Unfortunately, the hurricanes that have pounded the Carribean, Mexico and the U.S have diverted the world's short attention (I know I've felt that way) but this is when we need to dig deep.
Winter is approaching in Pakistan and the impact of the earthquake could be magnified. These folks need our support just as the tsunami victims did, the flood victims in Mumbai, and the countless hurricane victims. We need to make our depth of compassion as vast as our appetite to consume. Do the world a favour and forego that latte so that you can give to your favourite charity.
Here's a link to the article in which the quote above is found.
I've also included this link to an interesting article on post-disaster myths. An interesting article that could truly connect global supporters of disasters to those in need.
Have a great week.
Posted by Jason at October 24, 2005 1:02 PM
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