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Episode 2: Voluntourism – Helping or Hurting? 🌍🤔

Many young Europeans travel to the EU’s external borders or the Global South to volunteer, hoping to make a difference. But what impact does voluntourism really have? Is it truly helping, or does it reinforce harmful power dynamics?

In this episode of Change of Perspective, we explore the fine line between genuine aid and performative action. We listen to different perspectives, including voices from those directly affected by international volunteering. How do they perceive these volunteers? What are the unintended consequences of short-term help?

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Welcome to our podcast, Change of Perspective!

This series consists of six episodes, each exploring important social issues. Our first episode focuses on racism—what it is, how it affects people, and why discussing it can create meaningful change.

Racism occurs when someone is treated unfairly, excluded, harassed, or discriminated against because of their race, skin color, or socioeconomic status. Recognizing racism isn't always easy, especially for those who aren’t directly affected by it. While some express racism through words, others do so through actions.

In this episode, voices from people who have personally experienced racism are heard. They share their...