Protecting Dignity in Crisis: A Humanitarian's Moral Stand in Haiti
Episode Summary
Dr Lina AbiRafeh shares her harrowing experience from the 2010 Haiti earthquake response, where she led sexual violence prevention efforts. During one particularly challenging day, she made a split-second decision to protect a young rape survivor giving birth from exploitative journalists, ultimately prioritising human dignity over professional expectations. This powerful conversation explores the moral courage required in humanitarian work, the personal costs of standing up for one's values, and how to create meaningful change from wherever you stand.
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"Start where you stand. You don't have to go far to do good. You don't have to go big to do good." Look around your own community and identify where you can make a difference right where you are. What small but meaningful action can you take today to protect someone's dignity or stand up for what's right?
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