A. For the reply post below 1) respond with a question requesting additional clarification or expansion of concepts presented, 2) evaluate his or her statements. Did the example provide a clear and accurate illustration of the discussion topic? Why or why not? Finally, 3) expand on the biblical concept presented. Do you agree or disagree? The response must be at least 200 words.
B. Discussion Topic: Discuss why a lack of planning prior to leaving for an overseas trip could be damaging to relief efforts. Based on the readings from this module/week and at least one additional scholarly article, what are some ways to equip individual and missiological responses to trauma related to genocide?
Jamie’s response to the above discussion topic below: reply by answering the questions in A
It is crazy, or maybe it’s a God thing, that one of the other classes I am taking right now is intercultural communication and engagement. I actually had to look and make sure I was working in the correct class when I watched this week’s video. It has given me so much insight into other cultures and the ramifications of not having cultural intelligence. Not preparing prior to leaving for an overseas relief effort and lack of planning will guarantee one thing, your efforts may become be more damaging than helpful. Everything a person does in another country (and even our own) is for a reason or purpose. Pausing while talking, using arms while you speak or even shaking hands when you greet someone is different than what it is in the United States. The best way to equip individuals is to gain CQ knowledge and strategy. It needs to be studied prior to wherever you would be heading to help. Not learning while submersing yourselves when there like some might think. Things we take for granted as normal, like eye contact while talking can be taken the completely wrong way. It can be seen as disrespectful or even aggressive or combative. Can you imagine what would happen if you went on an overseas trip for relief efforts and they see everyone who shows up as combative? Just the innocence of being naïve can cause so much more difficulty for the very people you’re heading to help. It’s important to learn the language, respect the culture and collaborate with the community if we want to make a positive difference (Roberts