123 – Unpacking the Question, “Why don’t we just give money?”
In this follow-up to Episode 112, Lucie Hazelgrove Planel and David Stern explore the complexities behind the question posed in that episode: “Why dont we just give money?” Through interrogating the assumptions of the question, they explore the nuances o
January 14, 202526m 59s
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Show Notes
In this follow-up to Episode 112, Lucie Hazelgrove Planel and David Stern explore the complexities behind the question posed in that episode: “Why don't we just give money?” Through interrogating the assumptions of the question, they explore the nuances of direct monetary aid versus structured development activities, discussing personal experiences, the impact on local economies, and the importance of context-specific solutions.