#nowhitesaviors

[phoenixwrites]

Tagged you in a post I think a lot of the people you've been dealing with over the past year should see.

I just saw and reblogged.

I actually...just read about this on Twitter. And my heart breaks for this person. I really hope they don't give up.

I've said for nine months that this blind "callout culture" on Tumblr and Twitter is going to get someone killed. There was no other endpoint to this. I don't know how we have repackaged the kind of cyberbullying that gets kids like Megan Meier and Tyler Clementi to kill themselves--into justice. I genuinely am at a loss at this.

Somewhat of a tangent, but I'm watching a documentary called "Savior Complex" on HBOMax and it's fantastic. It's about Renee Bach, the idiot 19-year-old who went to Uganda believing she was sent by God to save them and was involved in treating Ugandan children medically, despite not having a medical degree.

And there's this organization that calls her out, called "NoWhiteSaviors", which started out as a really good thing! It brought attention to what this idiot woman was doing, it shut down her clinic, and it caught the attention of the Ugandan government and a Ugandan legal team, so they could explore options.

But now I'm hearing the Ugandan lawyer's frustration with the social media organization, how they got upset with her when she said she couldn't pursue a criminal case, it needed to be a civil case. They also got upset when a Ugandan mother insisted that Renee helped her child, got her to an expensive hospital, and paid the bill--but this organization went on to post a social media picture of that child's scars, accusing Renee of disfiguring them. (It's a very complicated situation, Renee was absolutely taking advantage of the community--but if the mother is not interested in accusing or suing Renee, you have to accept that, you can't manipulate them into outrage porn.)

It got to a point where the social media organization was more interested in profiting on spicy outrage instead of actually helping the Ugandan community that was affected by Renee's actions. The lawyer even remarked she didn't know WHAT #NoWhiteSaviors ultimate goal was in going after Renee.

They've lost the focus on what was originally a noble goal on dismantling Evangelicalism neocolonialist nonprofits in Uganda, to waging social media war on one person. However awful Renee is, how is this helping with the original goal?

I recognize this is an imperfect parallel. But I suppose I'm more mediating on "callouts" in general on the internet and if it is possible to have an ethical callout or if they just end up doing more harm than good.

We needed callouts to take down powerful men who were abusing women in Hollywood. This is what sparked #MeToo.

You know what we don't need callouts on? Stupid petty fandom drama. People drawing pictures of things that make you feel icky. People creating stories you don't like.

I'm rambling. But I'm tired, man.

[padawan-historian]

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📚: Adoption industrial complex, apartheid + slavery, child welfare, communal recovery, creative resistance, reunion work, and the politics + practices of abolition.

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[beatyrosefirefly]

Multimedia Journal: Blog Summary

In my multimedia journal, I examined "Black-ish," "Get Out," and the Instagram account @nowhitesaviors, focusing on themes of power, representation, privilege, and difference in America. "Black-ish" uses humor to explore the African American experience, tackling issues like systemic racism and cultural identity, which reinforced my understanding of cultural dynamics and the importance of representation in media. "Get Out" surprised me with its powerful use of horror to critique modern racism and the commodification of black bodies, confirming the insidious nature of systemic oppression. The @nowhitesaviors account highlighted the white savior complex in global aid, challenging the ethical implications of Western interventions and emphasizing local empowerment. These media pieces collectively deepened my awareness of intersectionality and the complexities of privilege and power. They relate closely to course material, demonstrating how media can drive social change and enhance cultural understanding.

Black-ish :black-ish: Season 6 | Rotten Tomatoes

Get Out | List of Deaths Wiki | Fandom

NO WHITE SAVIORS | Intimidation  can never STOP the quest for freedom and justice,if you're uncomfortable you're not listening #stopkillingchildren… | Instagram

[pbcnita]

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[daughterofdessalines]

[indian-yoga-girl]

The heart holds space for both Love & Hate. The heart harbors I’ll will, rejection, resentment & fear. Practice allows us to diminish hate & deepen & nurture Maitri (loving-kindness). Daily actions to enlarge the space to hold love can bring a sense of peace. . Protest, donate, join the new civil rights movement. . #indianyogacommunity #yogisofcolor #yogalifestyle #nowhitesaviors #microaggressions #honordontappropriateyoga #raceforjustice #georgefloydmemorialfund #yogalifestyle #bhagvadgitateachings #speakupforthevoiceless #satyavachan https://www.instagram.com/p/CBNx_WwjwXG/?igshid=3mgoffease3t

[watchwhatyounodto]

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#Repost @nowhitesaviors ・・・ What kind of Black people are you interested in “helping” exactly? You won’t touch the overt, state sanctioned anti-Black violence in your own country but you will take 10 day mission trips to Uganda? All of that time trying to solve exotic problems in the “developing world”. Here, in this version of anti-Blackness, you believe African people are helpless and incapable. In the USA, anti-Blackness has you believing that Black folk are dangerous and an inherent threat. Both narratives serve their own purpose to protect and perpetuate white supremacy at all costs. Black lives are not valued from small town USA to the village in Uganda. . Right now there is a growing group on Facebook that should have every member flagged on a terrorist watch list. A group seeking “justice” for the white supremacists who killed #AhmaudArbery —61k and growing, defending what these murderers did. This isn’t surprising to us. We don’t want to hear from you how *shocking* this is. It’s only shocking if you haven’t been paying attention. This group claims to be a Christian group, too. . Black people are allowed to be angry and do not need your permission. Show up without expecting praise for doing the bare minimum in dismantling the system of white supremacy that protects you at all costs and kills Black people daily. . Music: @rapsody , “Nina” off her newest album EVE. . #nowhitesaviors https://www.instagram.com/p/CAR9mYppRrl/?igshid=1epqoydkcv64

[mixdgrlproblems]

oh look a message! thank you @auntamelia for this. pass it around. we need mothers like these: #repost 🌈 ・・・ I don’t get a pass. - As a white woman who was married to and had a child with a black man MY JOB is to DO MY OWN #antiracism work. Yes, I am Mom to an amazing #mixedrace daughter who identifies as black. She is incredible, with a developed sense of social justice. That does not give me a pass. I’m was not instantly inoculated against #racism 20 years ago. - In fact, I must do more to examine my own bias, recognize how racist our world is, acknowledge the privilege I hold, as well as do the work to end racism. My other personal charges are around size acceptance and feminism- however these must both be seen and addressed through an intersectional lens with racism and white supremacy on top. - For other #whitemoms with #childrenofcolor - I’m happy to talk more. AND listening and learning from voices of color is my primary choice - here are some powerful voices to start with: @rachel.cargle @laylafsaad @desireeadaway @ijeomaoluo and have a listen to @lizzobeeating - Image ID: against a background of rainbow dots arranged in a circle are the words: As a white mother of a mixed race child I don’t get a pass. I was NOT instantly inoculated against racism when I gave birth. In fact, I must do more to examine my own bias, recognize how racist our world is, acknowledge the privilege I hold, as well as doing the work to dismantle racism. - - - - #meandwhitesupremacy #fuckwhitesupremacy #multiculturalfamily #dismantlewhitefeminism #blacklivesmatter #nowhitesaviors #diverseknitty #lesbianmoms #haes #fatpositive #allbodiesaregoodbodies #antidiet #bodypositivity #effyourbeautystandards #socialjustice #equality #interracialcouple #interracialbaby https://www.instagram.com/p/B_c-ewPlZvU/?igshid=sz3ycsd9xksz

[jillilama-blog]

#Repost @nowhitesaviors • • • • • • Kampala, Uganda White parents, what about “the talk” you need to be having with your children? White folks raising Black children - how could you ever fully prepare these babies to enter the world? As we see conversations around anti-racism increase, we need to see white parents raising their kids to be aware of the privilege they hold & to challenge it. We don’t want to hear that you don’t think your child is *ready* to discuss racism & white supremacy — THAT is a privilege Black kids are not afforded. . It’s about time you start taking some of the burden and preparing your kids from an early age to confront the systems of oppression they benefit from on a daily basis. We want to see a discussion in the comment section about what it looks like to raise Black & POC children to be proud of who they are, while also navigating a world dominated by white supremacy. We want to hear from white parents who are intentionally educating their children about privilege and oppression. What books or other resources can you recommend? Accounts that people should follow? . #nowhitesaviors #theblackcode #365black #imblackeverymonth #imblackandimproud #blackisbeautiful #blackhistoryisworldhistory #blacklivesmatter #supporteachother #uplifteachother #loveeachother #blackdollarsmatter #blacklives #blackdollars #gladidontdoitforthelikes #ipostwhatyouwont https://www.instagram.com/p/B9Av6YNp4eg/?igshid=1fvtgg9pe4tm8

[mecagoenblog-blog]

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[dmnsqrl]

Posted @withrepost • @nowhitesaviors Cancel culture or accountability? We have NEVER had an issue when folk take feedback and make changes to harmful behavior. We believe that people can grow, that they can change but that many lack the motivation to because they know they can get away with what they are doing. It’s dangerous to write off accountability as “cancel culture”. . . Let’s TALK ABOUT IT - where is the line? How much time do we spend “calling in” and addressing oppressive behavior privately? . #nowhitesaviors https://www.instagram.com/p/B4if2UMDnctxRlzPW1Xi9Ea4WaQC_hJO6EMntM0/?igshid=uxh03zrdytkh

[sistazai]

Friends! Co-conspirators! Pull up. Support and believe Black women. Shout out @odunifehistory for raising the alarm. This will not go down on our watch. See GoFundMe link in my stories (tap on my profile pic @sistazai) . . Posted @withregram • @odunifehistory I am my #sisterskeeper. Amplifying Olivia’s voice. Swipe to read the details and then pull up to the gofundme. Link in bio 🔗 Thank you. Repost @olivia.rises with @withregram ・・・ Thank you for your support. I am seeking legal advice and coverage on the way forward. If you are led to support me on this journey, you can do so via the go fund me link my friends have set up. Link in my bio Thank you.https://gofund.me/33b1bb3b #believeblackwomen #nowhitesaviors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #africanproverb⁠ #beninbronzes #britishmuseum #indigenouswisdom #africanhistory #odunife #Africa #africansindiaspora #africatotheworld #chakabars #chinuaachebe #blackpeoplemagic #africanunity #proudtobeblack #unapologeticallyafrican #castironcooking #africanart #afrocentric #africanculture #melaninmagic #africanempowerment #decolonizingidentity #afrocentric #africanidentity #teflon #nigerianindependence #africanamerican #blackfolks https://www.instagram.com/p/Ccl7I8phx4h/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[beatyrosefirefly]

Multimedia Journal: Social Media @nowhitesaviors

The Instagram account @nowhitesaviors is managed by a group aiming to challenge the white savior complex in global aid. They post and share stories about power, privilege, and representation, highlighting voices from the Global South who are directly affected by these issues. Their mission is to shift the narrative from dependency on Western aid to empowering local communities for self-sufficiency.

The @nowhitesaviors account is relevant to our course on multicultural America as it addresses privilege and power dynamics. The white savior complex involves Western individuals acting as rescuers for people in non-Western countries, reflecting deep-seated racial and cultural hierarchies. This critique aligns with our course's exploration of how privilege and power operate in multicultural contexts.

Using our course materials, @nowhitesaviors offers a critical look at race, privilege, and global inequality. They frequently post about the problems with voluntourism, where Westerners go to developing countries to "help" without understanding the local context or long-term effects. This critique reflects bell hooks' discussions about viewing non-Western people as objects of charity rather than equals.

For instance, one post shows Western volunteers posing with African children, explaining how these images reinforce stereotypes and power imbalances. These images often serve more to bolster the volunteer's sense of doing good than to benefit the children involved. The account encourages followers to think about the ethical implications of their actions and support local initiatives instead. This ties into our readings on empowering marginalized communities to lead their own development, as discussed by Amartya Sen and Paulo Freire.

The account also uses the concept of intersectionality to show how the white savior complex intersects with other forms of oppression, such as gender and class. Some posts focus on how female aid workers face different challenges compared to their male counterparts. This approach helps followers understand that issues of privilege and oppression are interconnected, a key theme in our course.

In addition to educational posts, @nowhitesaviors features stories and testimonials from people directly affected by white saviorism. These firsthand accounts provide powerful evidence of the real-world impacts of these practices, grounding theoretical discussions in lived experiences. By amplifying these voices, the account fosters a more inclusive conversation about global aid and development.

By reflecting on the @nowhitesaviors account through our course materials, it becomes clear how social media can challenge harmful narratives and promote equitable approaches to global aid. This account not only educates its followers but also encourages critical thinking and active engagement with issues of privilege, power, and representation.

References:

hooks, b. (1996). Reel to real: Race, sex, and class at the movies. Routledge.

Sen, A. (1999). Development as freedom. Oxford University Press.

Freire, P. (1970). Pedagogy of the oppressed. Bloomsbury Academic.

@nowhitesaviors. (n.d.). Instagram. Retrieved from https://www.instagram.com/nowhitesaviors/.

Photo 1: A Savior No One Needs: White Saviorism: Examples, Impact, & Overcoming It (healthline.com)

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Photo 3: NO WHITE SAVIORS | Much appreciation to @soyouwanttotalkabout on a great post discussing the White Savior Industrial Complex. "But i disagree with the… | Instagram

[daughterofdessalines]

White Saviorism is seeing Black suffering global and being completely oblivious to how you contribute to the source of that suffering...

Expose White Saviorism 2020

[diasporaenresistencia]

To our fellow Puerto Ricans who have been displaced, first from our home country because of crony capitalism and corruption, and then again by “Latina passing” white women in the US. We see you, and we too are hurt and upset. We are taking steps to ensure the organizations that allow her to have the space even after knowing about this go from restorative justice to reparations. Our culture is not a costume, our pain is not to be capitalized from, and our struggles can only be solved when we are the ones at the forefront! To our fellow (white) Puerto Ricans in the archipelago. Your support of this person undeniably show how colonization works. You don’t need to hate her, but you must demand better! She took positions, funds, internships, and connections from people who were first in their families to go to college and/or first in their families to get out of poverty! (Some of those were fellow Puerto Ricans.) We must have this difficult conversations and you must realize the damage you are creating not only to our unity as a nation of 9-million strong but also to the struggles that so many leave their lives on the line for! To those not aware of the issue you can read it here: https://www.prismreports.org/article/2021/1/7/the-national-lawyers-guilds-outgoing-latina-president-is-a-white-woman To the PRs on the archipelago side: https://nacla.org/puerto-rico-white-supremacy #NoWhiteSaviors #PuertoRicansDemandBetter https://www.instagram.com/p/CJ7eWP4hbV4/?igshid=ei6b94zy77jp

[therealauthortedneill]

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