For modern parts of Ukraine, African-Americans are part of the community and day-to-day life. However, there are many Ukrainians who have never seen a Black person before. Their understanding of African-American culture is fueled by the media and African stereotypes. You will generate lots of interest and curious stares.
It is not uncommon for Ukrainians to refer to African-Americans as "[N-Word]". Volunteers of color may be called 'a monkey' or may see children's games with Blackface. Being aware of the history of dehumanization for people of African descent may help inform where this comes from; it does not justify it. It will be at your discretion to determine the intent. No matter the intent, staff recognizes the impact that hearing that word may invoke hurt and anger. If you view it as unlearned [something the person has never been exposed to], it may be an opportunity for you to educate that person.
Yep, verbatim
Possible Considerations for African American or Black Volunteers
Volunteer Voices: "'People of color' face many challenges living in Ukraine, as a Peace Corps Volunteer. However, African-Americans will confront far more complicated issues. For modern parts of Ukraine, African-Americans are part of the community and day-to-day life. However, there are many Ukrainians who have never seen a Black person before. Their understanding of African-American culture is fueled by the media and African stereotypes. You will generate lots of interest and curious stares.
So, these stares can make you uncomfortable and annoyed. Ukrainians' initial perception of you may be that you are from Africa; it may not. It does help if they understand that you are an American, and the training in PST will help you consider ways that you will engage with these assumptions."
"It is not uncommon for Ukrainians to refer to African-Americans as "[N-Word]". Volunteers of color may be called 'a monkey' or may see children's games with Blackface. Being aware of the history of dehumanization for people of African descent may help inform where this comes from; it does not justify it. It will be at your discretion to determine the intent. No matter the intent, staff recognizes the impact that hearing that word may invoke hurt and anger. If you view it as unlearned [something the person has never been exposed to], it may be an opportunity for you to educate that person. We are here to support your successful service, and these comments and images can be a huge distraction and obstacle to you. Know that Peace Corps staff is here to support and encourage you. Do not hesitate to remove yourself from such situations. You are not expected to be subjected to such treatment. You can also find support and understand from other African-American Peace Corps Volunteers serving in Ukraine."
Any volunteer or staff member who has experienced racism can contact any Peace Corps Ukraine staff member. This can include the Program Managers, Safety and Security Manager, Director of Management and Operations, Director of Programs and Training, or Country Director.
https://www.peacecorps.gov/ukraine/preparing-to-volunteer/diversity-and-inclusion/
This is WILD
Although this aint my fight since my black ass wont be out there risking my neck to be a mule for someone anti-black
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FPMmCwWWQAICB-U?format=jpg&name=small)
https://twitter.com/MaadyBK67/status/1509558140005756936?s=20&t=wRz-2uiey_UqkEzIIbR6Gg
Its the monkey part for me
The way even a warzone can't distract from anti-blackness
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oh well i hope putin blows them the fuck ahp now
Oh hell naw
welp, I didn't care about PukE-rain anyway
bomb them crackers :letsmessfag:
FUCK them and their war-torn shithole of a country
:letsmessfag:
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Fuck em
:woohoo:
As if Russia is any better
Quote from: 𝖘𝖖𝖚𝖎𝖉 on April 02, 2022, 04:48:50 PM
As if Russia is any better
Thanks for bringing this up, fuck them too!
:blessed:
Enjoying the white on white crime
Quote from: Big Barbie on April 02, 2022, 04:50:51 PM
Quote from: 𝖘𝖖𝖚𝖎𝖉 on April 02, 2022, 04:48:50 PM
As if Russia is any better
Thanks for bringing this up, fuck them too!
:blessed:
fak'fklmd'sfdl
like
they can take each other for all I care tf
:omf:
not children frolicking around in blackface while ur tryna feed them
Quote from: wheelie on April 02, 2022, 05:02:56 PM
not children frolicking around in blackface while ur tryna feed them
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not frolicking in a sea of debris and bomb shells
:guys:
:omgwatshappening:
Quote from: Nine on April 02, 2022, 05:16:50 PM
not frolicking in a see of debris and bomb shells
:guys:
:everythingok:
Quote from: ophelia_b on April 02, 2022, 05:42:42 PM
Quote from: Nine on April 02, 2022, 05:16:50 PM
not frolicking in a see of debris and bomb shells
:guys:
:everythingok:
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driving and what not
you know how it is