Kiva Lender David

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Location:
Shanghai, China
Occupation:
Surveyor and Entrepreneur
I loan because:
I believe most aid achieves little in terms of raising living standards sustainably in the long term. Essential though it is in times of crisis, most aid programs end up creating a culture of dependence. The potential for corruption and abuse of the aid system are immense. This I know having seen so many examples of graft in aid projects during my many travels across Africa and Asia. Providing working capital to those with initiative who otherwise can not access the funds is a crucial means to overcome poverty. Those who with that capital, through hard work, can then raise the living standards of themselves, their immediate family and their community are the most valuable assets for those communities. Kiva's model is the most sustainable way to help people overcome poverty and in the long term ensure the chance of, and opportunity for, success for future generations.
Member Since:
May 10, 2017
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