It is my belief that telling stories about a lived experience is an impactful way to communicate with people who may not share your world view.

 

In 2010, after traveling to Haiti to work for Oxfam America, I came back home prepared to write and speak about my experiences working in international development, critiquing the sector while seeking opportunities to share solutions.

 

It is my experience that the international development and humanitarian aid sector has suffered over the years to become this bloated industry of “do gooders” while doing extraordinary harm to vulnerable people all over the world. I speak on panels on topics of racism and discrimination, diversity, equity and inclusion and ensuring an ethic of care in the development sector.

 

We are taking care of human beings in this sector and we have to speak with a language of care.