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Suzette Shaw talks tokenism in work against poverty and homelessness
Suzette Shaw talks tokenism in work against poverty and homelessness
Suzette Shaw talks tokenism in work against poverty and homelessness
Sunday 17th July 2022
Suzette Shaw talks about tokenism in poverty work, emphasizing fair compensation and the importance of genuine relationships in this People First Radio episode.
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Get the buttons here!Suzette Shaw on Tokenism and Fair Compensation in Poverty Work
Now we can no longer talk about equality, empowerment while continuing to enforce inequities.
Ever wondered how organizations tackling homelessness might unintentionally undermine their own goals? Suzette Shaw has some eye-opening insights. In this episode of People First Radio, Shaw, an advocate with lived experience of homelessness, sheds light on the complex issue of tokenism in poverty and homelessness work. She highlights the pitfalls of involving people with firsthand experience without offering fair compensation, treating them more like checkboxes than valuable contributors.
Shaw passionately argues for the importance of building genuine relationships with those who have experienced homelessness and poverty, rather than just ticking a box. She also shares her personal journey of transitioning from permanent supportive housing and the hurdles of starting anew after homelessness. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the nuances of advocacy work and the real-life challenges faced by those striving to make a difference.