I read and listened to a very sad story today on some peace keepers and aid workers sexually abusing kids around the globe as relief agencies try to bring aid to these children and families. The children are not only at risk for not receiving life-giving needs, but they are becoming increasingly vulnerable to violations sexually by those who bring those needs to them in times of emergencies. It got me thinking about how deep a problem sexual misunderstanding and pain is around the world.
What is it going to take to change the current language of sexual understanding and how it effects people's perspective of others and sexuality including such violations as this? I like some of the suggestions given by Save The Children UK in this video, but it seems like something more is needed. Beyond a global watchdog group, what might be done to teach on aspects of objectification and healthy understanding of sexual desires to not only safe guard vulnerable children but also promote healthy understanding of sex? What do you think about this situation?
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
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2 comments:
Shocking... and my husband made a very good point that the news article is great evidence for the depravity of the world. So much for the basic good in humanity...
Thanks for your heart, pegpie...it is disheartening to think that something meant to be good could be so manipulated ...hopefully there has been some help for the children that have been affected by this and plans to prevent further violations...take care.
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