Volunteer Economies: The Politics and Ethics of Voluntary Labour in Africa (African Issues, 37)
by Michael Jennings, Ruth Prince, Hannah Brown, Ann H. Kelly, Birgitte Bruun, Bjørn Hallstein Holte, Christopher James Colvin, Claire L. Wendland, Noelle Sullivan, Prosper Chaki, Ståle Wig, Susan L. Erikson, Thomas G. Kirsch
Volunteer Economies: The Politics and Ethics of Voluntary Labour in Africa examines the multifaceted role of volunteering in African contexts. Drawing on scholarly contributions, it explores how voluntary labor navigates political landscapes, ethical dilemmas, and social impacts in health, development, and beyond. This volume in the African Issues series provides a nuanced understanding of altruism's complexities on the continent.
About This Book
Volunteer Economies explores the intricate dynamics of voluntary labor in Africa, focusing on its political and ethical dimensions. The book addresses how volunteering intersects with broader social structures and power relations on the continent.
Contributions from multiple scholars analyze the role of volunteers in various sectors, including health and development. It considers the motivations behind voluntary work and its implications for local communities.
The volume is part of the African Issues series, offering insights into the ethical challenges of altruism in postcolonial settings. It examines how volunteer programs influence policy and practice in Africa.
Through case studies and theoretical discussions, the book reveals the tensions between global volunteerism and African realities. It underscores the need for critical engagement with the politics of voluntary labor.
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