https://padlet.com/coching/hn1wwk8fgvfgee9a Made with a stroke of good luck en-us 2020-12-01 04:18:51 UTC 2020-12-07 00:17:39 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f91d.png coching https://padlet.com/coching/hn1wwk8fgvfgee9a/wish/974333792 Here's a quick simple video explaining how mutual aid is the voluntary response of need from others.]]> 2020-12-01 04:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/coching/hn1wwk8fgvfgee9a/wish/974333792 coching https://padlet.com/coching/hn1wwk8fgvfgee9a/wish/991836144 This is a very general website that has done the work for you and collected all the mutual aid groups and put them all in one place that is easy to navigate. Creating a guide and support the vulnerable in the communities with local organizations. This website is easily navigated starting with the four basics when you first enter: what is mutual aid, looking to connect, looking for your local mutual aid group, and need resources to support your community. Without this finding the mutual aid you need might not be as accessible and as easily found. ]]> 2020-12-06 17:09:41 UTC https://padlet.com/coching/hn1wwk8fgvfgee9a/wish/991836144 coching https://padlet.com/coching/hn1wwk8fgvfgee9a/wish/991847983 People coming together, establishing informal networks, to help and fulfill the needs of those around them has able to meet the needs of so many people during the pandemic. All happening while "socially distancing" and. ore and more people begin to feel isolated. one quote that I felt connected best to the class and to mutual aid and the pandemic the best was, "'There are two ways that this can go for us,' Ocasio-Cortez said on the call. 'We can buy into the old frameworks of, when a disaster hits, it’s every person for themselves. Or we can affirmatively choose a different path. And we can build a different world, even if it’s just on our building floor, even if it’s just in our neighborhood, even if it’s just on our block.'" This was a powerful statement as this whole class the lingering question of are people selfish or selfless. Mutual aid especially in the time of the pandemic where there is a great amount of it happening is a great was of people showing other people they care and that they are going to take action instead of waiting around waiting for someone of power to take control.

Typically mutual aid is heavy on relationships and this is where mutual aid in the pandemic is going to be different than the mutual aid that might have happened during the fires we experienced. Zoom and technology have played a huge roll in allowing mutual aid to continue to happen even while "flattening the curve." 

During these times not only are we seeing adults stepping in and helping others, but we have also seen children stepping up and creating change. In the article it states that, "neighbors are best situated to help neighbors" so people of all ages are finding ways to help other. Depending on their age might gauge what they are doing. 

I found it so cool that this article brought up the book "A Paradise Built in Hell" and how it argues that disasters leave systems to fail leading people to step up in ways that we may have never seen before. As we read this in this class and I could really understand this section.

Lastly, I think the distinction was best stated in the article when it read, "A distinctive quality of mutual aid, in general contrast with charity and state services, is the absence of conditions for those who wish to receive help." This article got down to some vert specific points as well as some more broad and general ideas, but overall was an amazing read. ]]> 2020-12-06 17:17:14 UTC https://padlet.com/coching/hn1wwk8fgvfgee9a/wish/991847983 coching https://padlet.com/coching/hn1wwk8fgvfgee9a/wish/992250756 This is another sourse that contains mutual aid resources. This not only includes mutual aid for those who are needing it, but also those looking to help and be a part of a mutual aid group. at first it gives general mutual aid resources, then it divides the resources into bioregions and cities in the Bay Area, and then specific requests. These include everything from supply distributions, hosing, food, emotional support and running errands. They link the site and then give a short explanation of what it is. ]]> 2020-12-06 22:13:14 UTC https://padlet.com/coching/hn1wwk8fgvfgee9a/wish/992250756 coching https://padlet.com/coching/hn1wwk8fgvfgee9a/wish/992273721 Mutual aid is neighbors helping neighbors by providing resources. These resources can be everything from health care and medicine to food and shelter. This became prevalent in the 20th century during very trying times. mutual aid started as a place where people could leave their information volunteering their time to help those in need. As time went on and things like this grew they started moving to bigger data base sights that are better organized. 

If one is looking to join and volunteer with a mutual aid network the odds are that there is one that is near by you could connect with, but if you are looking to start one, there's a few important things to keep in mind. Most importantly is to think of whom you are wanting to help and what platform would best suit those people. Other than that it is just important to not be afraid to change, adapt, and ask for help. ]]> 2020-12-06 22:37:00 UTC https://padlet.com/coching/hn1wwk8fgvfgee9a/wish/992273721 coching https://padlet.com/coching/hn1wwk8fgvfgee9a/wish/992289813 This specific group is an emergency stabilization found to stabilize immigrant Chinese community members focusing on their financial livelihoods and keeping themselves and their families healthy. To date this Mutual Aid has distributed $30,000 to 60 families and has received over 4,500 applications. ]]> 2020-12-06 22:53:48 UTC https://padlet.com/coching/hn1wwk8fgvfgee9a/wish/992289813 coching https://padlet.com/coching/hn1wwk8fgvfgee9a/wish/992300894 This article if found on the United Nations looking toward the youth actions taken toward Covid in Africa.  We are introduced to ten young people leading the cover response in their communities. 

First we are introduced Nelson Kwaje from South Sudan is the program director for #DefyHateNow. This is an organization that brings together a digital community of youth to raise awareness on cover preventions and protection as well as to fight misinformation. 

Second, Vittorio Foglio in Switzerland. Taking into account of the vulnerable groups by bringing them supplies and keeping them company. 

Third, Christian Achaleke from Cameroon who noticed the the shortage of hand sanitizer and decided to make make bottles of it in his work and share them with as many people as possible. While passing them out they shared the risks and brought awareness to the topic. 

Fourth, Wevyn Muganda and Suhayl Omar from Kenya. Supporting member of the community and bringing digital awareness. 

Fifth, Dana Shubat from Syria. Joining an innovative program aiming to solve problems related to covid by coordination awareness initiatives with civil society volunteers. 

Sixth, Ines Yabar from Peru. Working to tackle the spread of misinformation and lack of resources through a subscription based service. Also matching young volunteers to communities in need. 

Seventh, Nourhene Mahmoud from Italy working with other volunteers to launch Outbreak Generosity.  This empowering young people to better their communities by giving them the resources and trainings to do so. Later launching a toolkit that has been published in 14 different languages. 

Eighth, Ndlovu Youth Choir in South Africa. Created a musical rendition of the World Health Organization cover safety advice. 

Ninth, Xian Lu the 'Raincoat Girl' from China. Whom volunteered her time coking meals for medical city staff.

Last but not least, Scouts from Haiti. Not only are they bringing awareness to the topic, but they are also carriage around portable sinks and installing hand washing stations to those whom may not have clean water. ]]> 2020-12-06 23:05:12 UTC https://padlet.com/coching/hn1wwk8fgvfgee9a/wish/992300894 coching https://padlet.com/coching/hn1wwk8fgvfgee9a/wish/992306862 This is similar to the United States and Bay Area resources where its one place where you can easily. navigate and find the help you need.  ]]> 2020-12-06 23:10:47 UTC https://padlet.com/coching/hn1wwk8fgvfgee9a/wish/992306862 coching https://padlet.com/coching/hn1wwk8fgvfgee9a/wish/992355653 2020-12-06 23:56:41 UTC https://padlet.com/coching/hn1wwk8fgvfgee9a/wish/992355653 coching https://padlet.com/coching/hn1wwk8fgvfgee9a/wish/992380870 2020-12-07 00:16:49 UTC https://padlet.com/coching/hn1wwk8fgvfgee9a/wish/992380870