UKRAINE, MEDIA, AND DONATIONS

What Russia is doing to Ukraine is unforgivable! Unfortunately, most people familiar with the region had predicted the invasion. What they have not predicted, however, was the strong resistance and how bungling or incompetent the Russian forces have been.

MEDIA:

While there is a lot of propaganda on both sides, we should not overreact to all the news. It is simply like the news coverage shows only the things that will attract the most attention and support that have been built.

News agencies will not stop; this goes for both sides, pushing whatever narrative works for them, and using the war as a cover to display their propaganda.

 What we need to do is to take the time, to do some research to get a better or near objective picture. One should rely on more independent and respected news organizations to get the information, to get the picture.  For example, based on my research, I found the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) coverage to be the most informative and thorough.

 ANOTHER POINT:

 Sadly, one of the most common things in a crisis like Ukraine is for groups or organizations to collect financial support for the victims, which on the surface, is all well and good, the right thing to do. But unfortunately, there are lots of unscrupulous organizations or agencies who use this as an opportunity to steal or funnel money, if not more money, into the pockets of the people at the leadership level — CEO, Executive Director, Board of Directors, etc.

As such, I would urge our readers, before they donate money or supplies, to please research the people and organizations inviting you to donate or contribute to help Ukraine. It has been well documented that numerous charity organizations, including well-known ones, have a history of a corrupt way of handling public donations. Their Executives receive millions of dollars in salaries and bonuses each year while most of the donations never reach their targets.

This information is public, so if you have the time or need to know, take the time, and research it online, you are only a few clicks away.  When it comes to donations, always look for people who are confirmed to be able to get your hard-earn cash to the desired destination. Make sure their claims, collection, and logistics are well documented.

Ukraine needs our support. Let’s make sure that our support and donations are getting there; and not into the pockets of executives running some of the  “charitable” organizations in the United States.