We sincerely apologise for all the political posts recently but feel it’s important to share some of the information not broadcast on mainstream media. If you haven’t encountered any of this before you might be shocked by the content of our articles and think we are drawing extreme conclusions. However, if you do your research you will see that the truth has been mostly hidden from you. Our opinions are based on years of research and the thoughts of many preeminent public intellectuals: John Pilger (Australian investigative journalist and documentary film-maker), John Stockwell (former CIA officer), Noam Chomsky (American political commentator and linguist), Naomi Klein (Canadian-American author and activist), Ramsey Clark (former US Attorney General), etc. People of this ilk are a beacon of light in dark times (a means to enlightenment).
Although Haiti is not one of the countries we serve, it is a metaphor for U.S. hegemony and its perpetual exploitation and impoverishment of Latin America and the Caribbean. U.S. foreign policy has nothing to do with freedom and democracy, it is about controlling the natural resources of these countries and their market place, using the people for cheap labour, and keeping the business of war ongoing. Right-wing institutions in the U.S. have already declared their intention to use the disaster in Haiti to further a corporate agenda.
We are truly passionate about Latin America and our altruistic nature goes beyond helping grassroots organizations carry out their vital work in the environmental and humanitarian sectors. This is what separates us from other voluntary work facilitators – our willingness to speak out against injustice and corporate greed. In order to protect the environment, and help the economically, socially and politically disadvantaged people of the region, it is essential we inform people about the actions and intentions of the U.S. political and economic elite.
The Latin people for most of their history have struggled for democracy and had they been free of imperialistic interventions aided by domestic comprador, they would have achieved much more in the social, economic and political arena. Any attempt at liberation and autonomy has been forcefully confronted and decapitated. Since independence, Latin America as a region has experienced over 160 coups, and during the same period their powerful neighbour to the north often presenting itself as a benevolent imperial protector of its backyard by intervening when its interests warranted. The U.S. has maintained its hegemonic control through regional treaties, agreements and support of the elite dominated regimes nourished through social, economic and military means. Today those countries which have opted for democratic socialism or are struggling against globalization, and neo-liberalism are engaged in a desperate struggle to sustain themselves in the face of a very destructive and dangerous form of terrorism – monetary terrorism.
If you want to get informed we recommend you read ‘Failed States: The Abuse of Power and the Assault on Democracy’ or ‘Hegemony or Survival: America’s Quest for Global Dominance’ by Noam Chomsky, ‘Freedom Next Time’ by John Pilger, ‘The Shock Doctrine: The Rise of Disaster Capitalism’ by Naomi Klein, and ‘Open Veins of Latin America: Five Centuries of the Pillage of a Continent’ by Eduardo Galeano. You should also start using independent and alternative news networks, and seek out informative films and documentaries. For example, ‘What I’ve Learned About U.S. Foreign Policy: The War Against the Third World.’ Although now a little dated this powerful 10-part compilation is a shocking expose of CIA covert operations and U.S. military interventions since WWII. This video compilation is an excellent and invaluable educational tool that reveals the true nature of U.S. foreign policy. For those who seek to look at the bigger picture and underlying causes – this is a must-see.
Today is International Volunteer Day, a celebration established by the United Nations to commemorate the contributions and dedication of volunteers worldwide.
Since our inception we have been contacted by many organizations around the world asking for our assistance in volunteer recruitment. As we now have a substantial amount of information on volunteering in Thailand we have decided to do something with it. Thus, we will be creating a directory of free and low cost volunteer work in Thailand. We have yet to decide whether to build a dedicated website or post the volunteer opportunities on this blog. Please watch this space for further announcements.