Are Christians getting charity in the Global South wrong?
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When we talk about charity, we champion generosity and compassion. But are we getting the way we talk about the people we serve right? Does the “white saviour complex” highlight a genuine problem, or oversimplify? Are we listening to Global South communities, or telling their stories for them? Michael was joined by Ben Rogers from Fortify Rights and Fiona Fearon from Open Doors UK.
Released on 13 Aug 2026
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