This week we get really into racism, white saviorism, and privilege while talking all about Tiara’s experience with the US Peace Corps. Frist, Tiara recounts her first-hand experience, which does include instances of sexual assault. She also tells us a wild story about being hit with a champagne bottle, held hostage, and hung up on by the US embassy! We also discuss all the positive experiences she had while doing her work with the Peace Corps and why the Peace Corps does what it does. Then we dive into white saviorism, what it is and how it’s at play within the Peace Corps. We also digress into a tangent about colonization and racism within the US, the Peace Corps, and throughout the world. Lastly, Tiara leaves us with some wisdom about how you can join the Peace Corps and have a positive experience yourself and leave a positive impact on the places you are sent. 

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