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Lady Amelia Emerson II replied to J.'s discussion Does the Aid World Benefit from Cynicism? in the group Humanitarian Practice"I thought we'd just agreed over on Grace's post we should stop arguing about this ; - )
However, I think it's more important for people to share their views on when cynicism is useful or just being a pain in the ass..
What would…"
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Humanitarian Practice
Discussions, notes and resources about the actual practice of humanitarian aid and development: How do we do what we do? How do we make it better?See More
Lady Amelia Emerson II replied to Grace Bahng's discussion How do you deal with cynicism in aid? in the group Students & Educators"Well J, I don't totally agree. If cynicism is about 'critical thinking', i.e: making sure that the results are good for the people we are supposed to serve, then it's useful. Otherwise I think it's quite easily self…"
Lady Amelia Emerson II replied to Grace Bahng's discussion How do you deal with cynicism in aid? in the group Students & Educators"Ah, you caught me out! Still, being cynical I recommend doing what women have done for centuries, which is say the online equivalent of 'yes dear' and ignore them. "
Lady Amelia Emerson II replied to Grace Bahng's discussion How do you deal with cynicism in aid? in the group Students & Educators"Mate - they get over it eventually! and if you are female and they are male and older than you - you find you have to put up with it for a lifetime! ; - )"
Lady Amelia Emerson II replied to Grace Bahng's discussion How do you deal with cynicism in aid? in the group Students & Educators"I have commented on this topic many times before. I feel that a certain level of cynicism keeps you humble and keeps you alert. You need to be a bit cynical otherwise you may go trustingly into situations blithely thinking you are doing the right…"
Lady Amelia Emerson II replied to J.'s discussion Certification for Aid Workers - a peek at the future. in the group Professionalizing the Humanitarian Sector"Really really good question J/Paul. One I feel I should ponder further, but then I never seem to get enough headspace to ponder a lot, so...
As a person who gets paid to do training I naturally feel quite keen on people taking it seriously to gain…"
Lady Amelia Emerson II replied to Grace Bahng's discussion Kony 2012 in the group Students & Educators"http://www.thedailyshow.com/full-episodes/mon-march-12-2012-grover-norquist
Jon Stewart's ever amusing take on these things. Just a question - I don't really understand why there is quite such debate over this one video when, to be honest,…"
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Students & Educators
A working group for students with interest in the humanitarian sector, and educators who teach subjects related to the humanitarian sector:Forums and discussions on matters ranging from how to select the right degree program to source materials for research and education topics.This group is moderated by AidSource Member Grace Bahng.See More
Lady Amelia Emerson II commented on AidSource's group Pakistan Aid Workers"Hi, I'm cheating, I am not a Pakistani aid worker (in the sense that I am neither from Pakistan or working in Pakistan) but I am in Islamabad right now and have lots of friends here.
Feeling rather sad right now to hear from former…"
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Pakistan Aid Workers
Humanitarian workers based in Pakistan discuss, share insights, and network...See More
Lady Amelia Emerson II posted a status"in Islamabad - Red R training on children in emergencies - anyone want to sign up at the last minute?"
Lady Amelia Emerson II replied to J.'s discussion professional management in the aid sector in the group Professionalizing the Humanitarian Sector"J - I agree with you - as always! ; - )
I would add that as part of the overall discussion of competencies and professionalism in the sector (I assume we mean humanitarian and development as part of that happy continuum?) that professional…"
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- Lady Amelia
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- Cynic
- About me
- Optimistic cynic... I assume the worst and am pleasantly surprised when it all goes to plan. Worked in the field, in one of the Political capitals and now just consulting about.
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- At 9:45am on February 8, 2012,
Rowan Emslie said… Hi - just wanted to let you know I put your question up on the Jobs Jobs Jobs group (it seemed the most appropriate one). Really interesting!
- At 9:40am on December 8, 2011,
J. said… Lady Amelia - in response to your suggestion on skype.... the "Local Aid Worker's Working Group" http://aidsource.ning.com/group/local-aid-worker-s-working-group
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