https://padlet.com/n_bashier/1a3sr9gqorle Critical Analysis and Ethical Considerations en-us 2017-10-08 10:39:43 UTC 2024-12-08 20:06:03 UTC hello@padlet.com n_bashier https://padlet.com/n_bashier/1a3sr9gqorle/wish/194982053 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3P78HKnshDI
Reflect on the short clip showcasing the famous photograph: The Girl and the Vulture (Carter, 1993). In your reflection make sure you achieve the following:
1. Evaluate the worthiness of the photo and its intended impact on the world. 
2. Discuss any ethical considerations associated with the photo.
3. Express how the Learner Profile attributes may have altered your perception of the clip (choose at least two learner profile attributes).]]> 2017-10-08 10:42:04 UTC https://padlet.com/n_bashier/1a3sr9gqorle/wish/194982053 https://padlet.com/n_bashier/1a3sr9gqorle/wish/195011494 The photograph taken by Carter in 1993 was one that aroused much criticism. The Girl and the Vulture was a picture of an exhausted and malnourished African child who was struggling to get  to a camp in order to eat. As she stopped to rest her starved body, a vulture swooped in beside her and patiently watched her, obviously waiting for the right moment to strike. Carter meant to capture this moment and make it known to the world so that people can understand and get an idea of the harsh environment that such young Africans must suffer. The photograph was intended to raise awareness and invoke empathy and compassion in the hearts of its observers; it was therefore a cry for help. This, however, does not cover for the fact that Carter took advantage of the situation and the imminent danger the little girl was in. Rather than shooing away the vulture and carefully escorting and aiding the poor child back to a shelter, Carter simply took a picture. By doing so, he evoked much condemnation for the lack of empathy and ethical consideration he displayed. Many also argue that Carter was selfish for using the little girl's vulnerability in order to gain recognition for his photography. He did not help the helpless child, in fact, no one did. Many counter-argue that Carter was merely following the regulation set by his line of work that didn't allow photographers to interact with their subjects, particularly in disease-ridden Africa. 
The manner in how I viewed this picture was altered by my intense value for caring. It does not escape my understanding that specific regulations and conditions might have caused Carter to neglect or be hesitant towards helping the child, but I cannot put emphasis enough on the fact that he should have done something, whether shoo the vulture away, aid the girl in getting food, or simply call for help. We live in a world where good people are constantly getting hurt and manipulated by life's cruel conditions, and as a photographer who constantly saw innumerable examples of this and advocated the help for such people, he should have followed his own cause and assisted her. Another factor that altered my perception of the picture was my knowledge and the simultaneous lack of it. I have read and learned of the constant struggles that African children and adults have to endure throughout their lives, and so I understand the situation and its impact. Yet, I can never understand enough, and I can never be quick to judge. I was never put in a situation where I had to struggle in order to survive, I could never relate or completely understand what that is like; nor can I ever understand what it was like being in Carter's shoes and seeing all of that for myself. Maybe such exposure alerted the way he dealt with things, I can never thoroughly comprehend.]]> 2017-10-08 15:58:54 UTC https://padlet.com/n_bashier/1a3sr9gqorle/wish/195011494 nadinkenawy1 https://padlet.com/n_bashier/1a3sr9gqorle/wish/195014053 The photo was captured by carter. In the picture there is an African child that was having a hard time getting to camp to eat.  The child stoped to rest the a vulture came next to her and waited for the right moment to strike. The photographer (carter) meant to “spread awareness “ for the African children he wanted to show how the children were suffering, maybe in hopes that someone might help, This however could have been the wrong choice because carter took advantage of the situation to take the “perfect” picture, yes he did try to raise awareness for the children in Africa but he could have saved a life. I do understand that photographers couldn’t touch the children so they wouldn’t get “sick” , carter took the photo and that showed no empathy for others, alot  of the people after knowing the story of the photograph said that carter is selfish for using a “week” child or a child in need so his photograph could be remembered and that nowadays would be breaking the ethical code because the girl might of have been in aware that he is photographing her. Well in the learner profile: caring would have uttered my perception of the clip as carter would have cared for the girl and helped her, he could have been reflective as in he got the fact that African children need help and then he can help them.]]> 2017-10-08 16:19:20 UTC https://padlet.com/n_bashier/1a3sr9gqorle/wish/195014053 https://padlet.com/n_bashier/1a3sr9gqorle/wish/195060796 Carter took a photograph of a starving, exhausted girl being looked over by a vulture which raised many controversies as in whether the photograph was worth him not interacting and saving the girl. During the 1990s, journalists were often told not to interfere with sufferers as diseases may be easily transmitted. When seeing such a sight, as a photographer, one's first reactions is to capture the moment. I believe that the message his photograph transmits to its audience is, in one way, more important than helping the girl in the moment. Some of the most controversial topics were brought to us by photographers because pictures are true to nature and such sincere imagery cannot be replicated in an artificial setting, therefore awarding it even more meaning. It brought its viewers to think about a problem which some did not even know existed, it is a picture that brings people to think and discuss about it. For this reasons, the picture is far more valuable than the author's ethical reasoning at the time. Carter, however, did take advantage of the moment by choosing a picture over a life leading to many arguments on why he chose not to help the "sick" girl. On the other hand, the argument can be thrown back at the photo's audience by asking them what they did about the cause? Did they spread any awareness? Did they react to the picture in such shock, leading them to raise funds for starving disease-ridden African children? The answer, for most, is no. Because when Carter published the picture, which is still valued today, a message was sent world wide telling individuals the situation of the less fortunate through a simple yet complex imagery. Some could also argue that Carter was simply doing his job and did not care about the child herself, but this leads to a question of guild and care: If he did not care, then why did he suicide in the name of this picture?
Two aspects of the Learner's Profile leading to deeper analysis and altered perception of the photo are both the caring and reflective aspects in us. When viewing this image for the first time most will reflect on the image itself and not the factors behind how it was taken. At first it we reflect upon it and this reflection decides whether we care about this picture. When the answer is yes, we turn to look at the hidden factors behind the photo, beyond the image. We start asking ourselves the same questions brought up by newspaper audiences and discussion groups such as "Why did't he choose to help the girl?" and "How could someone be so cruel as to simply capture a moment as walk away from it?" However, the caring part of some of us allows us to subconsciously put ourselves into Carter's shoes and start defending him, just as I did throughout this reflection as I believe the meaning of the photo and its awareness can help many more then if the picture was not taken and the girl was helped.]]> 2017-10-08 23:56:41 UTC https://padlet.com/n_bashier/1a3sr9gqorle/wish/195060796 https://padlet.com/n_bashier/1a3sr9gqorle/wish/195316185 The controversial photograph , "The Girl and the Vulture", was taken by Carter to spread awarness of the famine in Sudan. Carter encountered a starving girl who collapsed on her way to a feeding center. A vulture then arrived and waited for the girl to die. Instead of helping the girl, Carter waited 20 minutes for the vulture to spread its wings in order for him to capture the perfect photo. After capturing the picture Carter scared the creature away and left without helping the girl. The worthiness of the picture is shown by portraying the struggle of the young girl and to spread awarness for thousands of other people in a similar predicament.  This picture is intended to spread awarness of the important issue of famine and to portray the struggle of thousands of people. Spreading awarness will then lead to change and is intended to improve the lives of the struggling people. Although Carter intended to convey a certain message, few people consider his actions unethical. Carter is criticized for choosing to wait to capture the photo rather than helping the starving girl. He is also criticized for leaving the girl after taking the photograph, rather than assisting her. However, I support Carter's decision in waiting to capture the perfect picture because it is crucial to spread awarness to issues that can save thousands of lives. Being a communicator is one of the  attributes of the learner profile and has altered my perception of the clip. There are different ways to communicate and share ideas. I perceive the photograph as a way of communication and to share an idea or message regarding  famine in Africa. Another attribute that altered my view of the clip is being reflective. Initially, I did not support Carter's actions; however, as I reflected on the value and worthiness of the photo, I realized that this was necessary in order to spread awarness.]]> 2017-10-09 17:18:36 UTC https://padlet.com/n_bashier/1a3sr9gqorle/wish/195316185 https://padlet.com/n_bashier/1a3sr9gqorle/wish/195714564 This photo was taken to raise awarness and make people notice that there is a huge problem , people are dying everyday and no one notices and some are not even willing to help just because its not their problem and not affecting them in any way. How are people able to sleep when many of children like this are dying everyday of the feeling of hunger? Leaving children like that everyday is totally unethical because its against the health and emotions of human being. Also sprending her picture while dying of hunger was unethical of the photographer. also another unethical point that i noticed was that he only cared to take the picture without helping her.  one of the attributes of the learner profile that has influenced how i percived and evaluated the clip was the caring attribute because people are supposed to care and help each other.  Caring about children is important because children are vulnerable .The other profile is  thinkers because  people are supposed to think and support others even if they are not related to them   and thinking helps in evaluating the picture and the impact it left on our world. 

I believe that the world has become unpeaceful, negative , not caring because no one is willing to help and emotions are not available in people's hearts anymore that they couldn't  even think about a child dying from starvation. ]]> 2017-10-10 17:00:37 UTC https://padlet.com/n_bashier/1a3sr9gqorle/wish/195714564 yousigalal455 https://padlet.com/n_bashier/1a3sr9gqorle/wish/195720793 The famous  photo that was taken by Carter in 1993 was a photo that impacted the world with emotion and sympathy towards the people in Sudan, it was taken to raise an awareness as we all can tell just by taking a look at the picture. Carter took it while riding a car and saw a helpless and vulnerable child who collapsed after trying to go to a feeding center and ended up with a vulture positioning itself behind her waiting for her to die. Carter saw this as the perfect shot for his career and bring attention to Sudan, Carter  waited a while to take the picture a timespan of 20 minutes i believe, 20 minutes of leaving the child starving under the sun in front of a vulture that was preying on the child. He did claim to have shooed the vulture away after the picture.  The picture brought him a lot of fame, it got him the pulitzer award but it got him a lot of criticism and negative comments that made him feel guilty which drove him into suicide at the age of 34. Of course what he did was unethical and cruel leaving the child like that, but when you think about it what could he have done? He could have drove the child to the feeding center yes but he might have risked himself to diseases that the child could have been carrying. What people intend to do a lot is that they speak and say things without actually being in that situation or having the choice to do something as important as Carter's case. What Carter had in plan to do is raise awareness and prevent more children from being in that situation, but he ended up digging his own grave. Bringing up the IB learner profile to express some of my feelings i would probably have to choose caring and knowledge. I chose knowledge because without the picture we would not have known how BAD the situation was, and i obviously care and sympathize for the children in Sudan. ]]> 2017-10-10 17:11:36 UTC https://padlet.com/n_bashier/1a3sr9gqorle/wish/195720793 https://padlet.com/n_bashier/1a3sr9gqorle/wish/195729080 "The Girl and the Vulture" was a controversial picture taken back in 1993, and was taken during a nationwide famine, and a Photographer by the name of Kevin Carter was going around to take pictures of the ensuing revolt and the effects of the famine. Upo taking pictures he noticed the girl struggling to move towards a feeding center.THinking about this from a reasonable standpoint, Carter attempted to show the struggle of one girl to represent the struggle of millions of children which is a tough decision made by many photographers in scenes like this, The many ethical considerations sparked by this photo included judgement towards his decision to take the picture in the first place as opposed to helping out the girl. While his actions can be justified, the fact that he allegedly spent 20 minutes trying to get a perfect shot is a valid argument against his decision to take the picture. The obvious ethical violation was leaving the girl in pain. WHile this wasn't obligatory due him not having to abide by these rules, but it was immoral to wait that long just for a slightly better shot. The photo, though, had a clear impact on the world, as it's controversy lead to discussions regarding Carter's ultimate goal, awareness towards the state of the famine. Prior to taking the IB Learner profile, i would have disregarded the ethical violations, but the caring trait made me realize them importance of maintaining morality and ethical values. I can also feel more sympathy towards Carter as he took a big risk for a noble cause, and in my opinion his intentions were in the correct path and he made the right decision, but I can understand his willingness take the risk by taking the picture, and publishing the picture knowing the backlash we was inevitably going to face. ]]> 2017-10-10 17:27:14 UTC https://padlet.com/n_bashier/1a3sr9gqorle/wish/195729080 https://padlet.com/n_bashier/1a3sr9gqorle/wish/195748269 Kevin Carter, the man whom photographed the explicit photo that is known to be 'The Vulture and The Little Girl', awakened the world by the controversy that impaired everyone. The photograph in which was taken, during 1993, was the era of famine in which Sudan was facing. This young African child, whom was walking to a camp for food, collapsed instantly to take a moment to repose and a vulture appeared behind her. Therefore Carter, didn't realize the gravity of the situation, except to ponder for the vulture to spread its wings. I believe that the suitability of the photograph, was to showcase the perception in Sudan. The impact through pathos, was to provide a image of what was going on, rather then just hearing what was on the news through words. Therefore, spreading awareness to allow people to feel emotional and want to give in. Which leads to, raising money for the famine, or brining food in not only through United Nations. Carters, plan was to spread the conflict of what was going on, in which people would start to discuss and find solutions to stop the famine. Although many can argue, that regardless of the 'good intentions' Carter was displaying, he allowed a starving meatless child to die. Very commonly, in many areas of professions, you aren't allowed to let feelings interfere. Hence, through ethical consideration this photo was taken disregarding this child's life. Stating that if a photographer of any kind, be it for war or famine in this case. If seeing someone endanger, you must and are allowed to save them. Ethically, Carter should have saved or by least check on the young girls life, although he didn't and at the end he left. Firstly, not making sure she went back safely and secondly, took advantage of the moment. Some may say, that it was simply for sending a message to the world, through imagery, anyone whom is compassionate about photography like myself would know the 'perfect moment', although it was an act of hamper which led to a young girl dying. In addition, the ethics of photojournalism states that if one is violated, in any way its against the codes. Hence, after this wide conflict that aroused, and its historic context until the end of time, he question here is should photojournalists simply come to an end and not exist and human sufferings such as in Sudan not be documented? Many critics, and everyday people may undermine the fact that Carter was just a carless man whom only cared of his job, heartless. Except that we won't know, or understand his point or actions, regardless that he took his own life based on him not facing what he had done, as ephemeral as the situation was, the wonder of why he did it, will not cease to end. Attributes I found, that was widely taken part in this dilemma was reflectivity, thinking, principality, caring, and risk taking. Being reflective in the photo, automatically hindered on why this is happening, and a stream of questions we ask ourselves to understand the mere issue. The way the picture strikes me as soon as I looked at it, was a reflection of the word 'why'? I believe that, Carter wanted to display reflectivity to the situation. Thinking was also an attribute, for me I kept pondering on how Carter had just left, the thought is highly esoteric. I doubt, that Carter used his thinking process in his profession, to take action and responsibility for ethical decisions, wasn't shown, and to then take his own life, shows a sign of not understanding the skill on how to deal with a conflict. Being principled, means to respect the rights of people although as ambivalent as the photo is, the story of Carter overshadows it all, of him not being responsible, and him neglecting is consequences. Showing empathy, is a key role in the photograph. The young girl's, body is enough to show the attribute of caring. Although, if seeing this image through a screen, how can one bare it in real life? Thus, Carter attributed to risk taking. Risks, can be an eye opener, it may approach challenges, although we must face the consequences if gone wrong. To shed some light on the situation, not knowing if this may be an attribute, knowledge, As many may claim that they may not have knowledge, I'm truly taken aback by the lack ness of simple understanding. Since Carter, was in Sudan besides for his job, he would of course seen the advocation for food running out and the lives taken because of it. I may have not known this man, or what he must of faced after the outburst of his action. But I would like that knowledge will shake others if any arbitrary situation occurred ever again. May both souls rest in peace]]> 2017-10-10 17:58:59 UTC https://padlet.com/n_bashier/1a3sr9gqorle/wish/195748269 zeinakesha https://padlet.com/n_bashier/1a3sr9gqorle/wish/195824262 "The Girl and the Vulture" was a glimpse into the lives of millions. It was a decision, controversy, responsibility, and most importantly a cataylst. In 1993, Kevin Carter took the risk to spread a message not many were aware needed to be heard. In the 1990's Sudan was facing a nation wide famine that caused millions to suffer with no hope of a better life. also during this time, photographers were urged not to go near the subject as this might transmit diseases. It also hindered the authenticity and rawness of the photograph in question, and therefor does not send the intented message the photographer invisoned. The young girl was heading to a feeding center when she collpased from exauhstion, and near her was a preying vulture, carter caught a glimpse of the scene while he was heading to the airport and decided to hault the car to capture the moment. Controversy steamed at the sight of this image, and most critics set their eyes on carter's choice of actions. They critisized the fact that he didnt help the girl after taking the picture, and questioned why he would take the picture in the first place when he could have altered the unkown fate of the little girl. However, before the picture was taken, there were no discussions or aids or reliefs or campaigns to aid the starving citizens of sudan, it was simply a whisper in the wind, not a roaring storm. At times, we must do what is wrong to do what is best, Carter's decision challenged the public and even himself; but it was his same decision that promted a more ethical approach to such situations. Carter's disrigard for the girls fate and the fact that he took 20 minutes taking the shot, putting the girl in further harm, and not taking her consent to photograph her violated the ethics code in all accounts. The Ib learner profile altered my level of inquiry and risk taking. Before hand, such an image would cause imediate shock but no long term effect. Now however, such an image would promt me to discuss the hows and whys of the issue as well as to try to understand it from all persepctives and give my own opinion and action on the matter. It also motivated me to follow what i believe is ethical not just by the rules set, but by what i believe is right and humane; i believe at times we forget that one of our strongest qualities as human beings is the ability to disrigard our differences in times of need. ]]> 2017-10-10 21:38:20 UTC https://padlet.com/n_bashier/1a3sr9gqorle/wish/195824262 https://padlet.com/n_bashier/1a3sr9gqorle/wish/195829569 The photograph was taken by Kevin Carter, while on assignment to Sudan, he committed suicide later due to depression. The photo is so touching and I think that it affected everyone. Carter had been advised not to touch the victims because of contagious disease. That is considered unethical because he should help the victim no matter what. One of the attributes to the learner profile is caring. We should all be kind and to help each other. The other attribute is open-minded. We have to be moral and to act with mortality.

]]> 2017-10-10 22:13:35 UTC https://padlet.com/n_bashier/1a3sr9gqorle/wish/195829569 https://padlet.com/n_bashier/1a3sr9gqorle/wish/195835433 ‘The Girl and the Vulture’ was an equisite photo that was taken by Kevin Carter who decided to spread awareness in 1993. Sudan faced famine and food shortage that had resulted to the upbringing of many diseases and sufferage millions of people have faced. Kevin Carter spotted a young girl who was entering a food camp that had collapsed while a vulture appeared behind the her. Carter waited for approximatley 20 minutes for the vulture to spread its wings and fly, in order to capture the perfect picture. Later on, Carter immediately left without helping the girl. His actions are considered unethical. Many critics around the world criticized Carters actions on how he’s spreadimg awareness but he himself didnt help the young girl. However, Carter was brave enough to take a picture of s young gil thst represented millions of lives that suffer from food shortage, famine, and disease. Carter’s photo influenced people to take action and upbrought many discussions as to how people were going to support and end famine. Being a risk taker and caring had always been key essentials to my personality. Being a risk taker allows you to take new routes of adventure and experience things differently which can cause major change. Carter took a risk in taking this young girls photo; however, his actions benefited the lives of millions. People should always care about one another and unite togheter as one. We should benefit others and spread awareness of the communities that surrond us thst suffer from famine and food shortage. Until this day, many African countires still suffer from famin and diseases and its our responsibility to soread awareness and support others. A simple photograoh can be very meanigful and can change many aspects of lives. Some people cant value a certain photo; however, every photo has a different story and purpose]]> 2017-10-10 22:59:13 UTC https://padlet.com/n_bashier/1a3sr9gqorle/wish/195835433 https://padlet.com/n_bashier/1a3sr9gqorle/wish/195836283 "Starving Child Vulture" is one of the most famous and sad photograph in the world. It was take by Kelvin Carter who was a photojournalist. Carter took the photo in 1993 when on a trip to Southern Sudan, where there was famine and many people were suffering. The girl in the photograph was trying to get to a food but couldn't. Carter was said to heard her calm cries as she lies on the ground when a Vulture landed there. The photo is so touching and saddening as you can even see the girl's ribs and very thin legs and hands. She seems to not be able to walk as a result of the pain she feels. The vulture grabbed many people's attention as it tells whoever sees the photo that the girl is near death and the Vulture is waiting for her to die so it can feed on the little remains of the girl. As result, the photo received a backlash, causing controversy. Alot of people were criticising Carter for taking the photo and leaving the girl. St. Petersburg times even called him "a predator, another vulture." But even if Carter wanted to do something something, he couldn't because of the ethical consideration. The journalist were asked to not touch any victim in fear of spreading disease. Many times Carter had said he regretted not helping the girl...so the most he could have done is show the world what is truly happening- how the people are starving. In my opinion, yes Carter did not help the girl but he still told the world the story of that little girl. She is the reason the world got to know what is happening. She would have died without anyone knowing and only her bones would be remaining. even though it was a photo, it seemed like a whole novel to me. In the IB learner profile, caring and communication would have altered my perception of the clip. Communication because it was one single photograph but it said a lot. It spoke to people making them aware of what is happening in Africa. Caring because we should care about these people. People are suffering around the world but not it is not being shown on the media. Not so many people would have known of what is happening in Sudan if Carter hadn't taken that photo. I believe not only as IB students but as humans we should be caring.

]]> 2017-10-10 23:08:02 UTC https://padlet.com/n_bashier/1a3sr9gqorle/wish/195836283 https://padlet.com/n_bashier/1a3sr9gqorle/wish/195840281 The Girl and the Vulture is a photo that still holds a huge meaning to the world till this day despite it being taken almost 25 years ago. The photo held such meaning because before it, we never truly saw the cases and issues going on in Africa. This photo was the reason more relief organizations would reach out to Africa to help. This photo was a game changer. Ethical considerations included the fact that Carter may not have helped the girl after he took the photo and also that he waited until he took the photo and then may or may not have scared the vulture away after taking the photo. It is said that Carter felt a great amount of regret. The two IB learner profile characteristics that stand out the most to me in this are risk-takers and open minded. It’s a risk because Carter was most likely aware of the backlash he’d receive for that photo and also an open mind because he did take a risk and he was aware that no matter the consequence, people would still get the big picture. They would understand that this is bigger than anything else.]]> 2017-10-10 23:44:30 UTC https://padlet.com/n_bashier/1a3sr9gqorle/wish/195840281 https://padlet.com/n_bashier/1a3sr9gqorle/wish/195872151 Ahmed Raouf
A photographer named Carter took a photo of a starving baby in front of a vulture. He received heavy criticism for this, as it was claimed that he could not justify the action of simply taking a picture and leaving (even though there were strict impositions on photographers at the time'). This pressure pushed him to the point of suicide. However, it is important to note that, in this case, just like in Milligram's experiment, the context of an action is just as important as the action itself. The photographer may have believed that sharing this one photo of this one dying girl might save countless others, he might have though with insight and, whether it truly did raise awareness or not should take away the from fact that carter might have considered his actions a good deed to benefit other starving children.]]> 2017-10-11 03:53:45 UTC https://padlet.com/n_bashier/1a3sr9gqorle/wish/195872151