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Breauna Dorelus, Speaks About the Underlying Issue with Using the Phrase "They Have Nothing"

Breauna Dorelus | Published on 5/6/2021

Language in volunteerism consistently goes unchecked. Although we create change with our hands, it's also equally important that we understand the ways in which language can be used to mentally damage and as a tool for perpetuating harm. In this video, Breauna shares her thoughts on the underlying issue by using the phrase, "they have nothing" and why its language is harmful to those being served.

Meet and learn more from Breauna during her keynote session at the MAVA Conference: “Where Do We Go From Here? Owning the Deep Commitment to Help and Not Harm.”