The following is an article written by an individual in the ongoing Shanghai lockdown, sharing their thoughts, hopes and fears. To avoid reprisals, they remain anonymous
Apr 24, 2022·edited Apr 24, 2022Liked by Simon Ostheimer
I am a school guidance counsellor in Queensland, Australia who, just a couple of days ago, sat and listened to the traumatic experiences of a 13 year old female who has just fled the Ukraine. I bring the shock & horror of knowing some of her story to my reading of this. My heart breaks for this father & I had tears for his 7 year old.
At a time when we are educated in cultural awareness and cultural sensitivity, I simplify it all by remembering Mahatma Ghandi’s quote: “THE TRUE MEASURE OF ANY SOCIETY CAN BE FOUND IN HOW IT TREATS ITS MOST VULNERABLE MEMBERS”. I add, “And the vulnerable members of any society”.
A touching story. Had some feedbacks for the write up, but I’d be happy to share them via mail.
I am a school guidance counsellor in Queensland, Australia who, just a couple of days ago, sat and listened to the traumatic experiences of a 13 year old female who has just fled the Ukraine. I bring the shock & horror of knowing some of her story to my reading of this. My heart breaks for this father & I had tears for his 7 year old.
At a time when we are educated in cultural awareness and cultural sensitivity, I simplify it all by remembering Mahatma Ghandi’s quote: “THE TRUE MEASURE OF ANY SOCIETY CAN BE FOUND IN HOW IT TREATS ITS MOST VULNERABLE MEMBERS”. I add, “And the vulnerable members of any society”.