This group is geared for any folks with immigrant backgrounds, particularly those who find themselves in high income countries with ties/backgrounds to low or middle income countries. This group was originally an idea by a CEA ally who noted that EAs who are first- or second-generation immigrants tend to have these experiences affect their experience in EA. Examples:
feeling conflicted about how much to donate vs. support family members who have financial need
pressure from family to pursue conventional success / high earnings, especially if parents sacrificed to make this possible
greater personal connection to some problems like global poverty
Whether or not these experiences apply to you, this place is meant as a supportive group for any other related questions. We welcome your posts, questions, and comments. Big thank you to Shannon from co-moderating. We’re also looking for 1-2 co-moderators!
Note: The views above belong solely to the authors and do not represent those of the U.S. government or any institution(s) we may represent.
New Facebook Group: EAs from Immigrant Backgrounds
This post announces a new Facebook group: EAs from Immigrant Backgrounds.
This group is geared for any folks with immigrant backgrounds, particularly those who find themselves in high income countries with ties/backgrounds to low or middle income countries. This group was originally an idea by a CEA ally who noted that EAs who are first- or second-generation immigrants tend to have these experiences affect their experience in EA. Examples:
feeling conflicted about how much to donate vs. support family members who have financial need
pressure from family to pursue conventional success / high earnings, especially if parents sacrificed to make this possible
greater personal connection to some problems like global poverty
Whether or not these experiences apply to you, this place is meant as a supportive group for any other related questions. We welcome your posts, questions, and comments. Big thank you to Shannon from co-moderating. We’re also looking for 1-2 co-moderators!
Note: The views above belong solely to the authors and do not represent those of the U.S. government or any institution(s) we may represent.