I have to be honest, since the Earthquake in Haiti I haven’t felt much like writing. I just felt like I should be doing more to help than just updating about music, fashion and entertainment. The daily pictures and videos continue to shake me to the core and it reminds me that my problems are not that great and that my blessings are greater than most. I realized I am part of the media, albeit a small media outlet, I have a duty to write some sort of reaction. But rather than post more pictures, videos and articles I’m just going to say what’s on my mind when it comes to this tragedy:
1. Haiti All Eyes are on You.
As a revolutionary nation Haiti has struggled since their independence from the French. Often referred to as one of the poorest nations in the Caribbean, this devastating situation can give way the a rebuild of the nation. Rebuilding the country will take years and believe or not, when the media dies down and the donations start to dwindle it will be up the the people who live in Haiti to really rebuild the country, which can bring forth economic growth.
2. “I’m not donating because I don’t know if the money is really if it’s getting to Haiti”
This is just one of the ignorant comments I’ve heard in regards to donating. Unless you are going the get on a plane and deliver your $10 donation personally please refrain from foolish comments. Give whole-heartedly. And please know that ALL non-profit organizations have overhead expenses and part of those donations go to the operating cost. Yes, there are sick people who create scram non-profit organization to steal money, but if you do a little research you’ll find out which ones are legit. (Yele, Red Cross, Bill Clinton Foundation)
3. Waivering Faith is for the Weak
In rough times like this many people look to God and say “why”? Let’s be honest, this is not the first natural disaster and it probably will not be the last. It’s okay to question your belief from time to time, but these are the tests to know whether your faith is solid. Keep your faith true, we can’t blame God unless we’ve been perfect human beings all of our lives. Rather than blame the creator find reason in a flourishing future.
4. Event Planners Organize and We Go in Good Faith
Party promoters and socialites alike have been using their own popularity to raise awareness, money and goods locally. Parties with a purpose are a great way to get the crowds out in droves because we all want to help. Party goers go in good faith therefore promoters should act in good faith. DJs should be voluteering their time, entertainers should come out for free, flyers should be printed for free and club owners should be renting out their clubs at extremely discounted prices if not for free. I realize from a business perspective every “charity” event can’t be free, but if your’re truly putting the event together for the right reasons one night of profits will not hurt your bottom line.
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