"One point is also love, the mountains and rivers are exhausted, and there is no way out, and the willows and flowers are bright and another village." This netizen's message expresses the voice of many people. When the flood hits and lives and property are lost, society needs fraternity and humanity, and all forces need to come together.
However, after the flood in Pingjiang, Hunan, a large number of people "maliciously donated" a cent or a dime, which aroused widespread concern. What problems do you reflect? What should we think?
In the face of disaster, the good side of human nature can often be revealed. The enthusiastic donations of the people can be seen as an emotional bond between people. However, once there is a chilling behavior such as "malicious donation", people can't help but feel indifferent and confused in society.
In fact, the reasons for this phenomenon are not simple. Over the years, negative news about charities has been exposed, which has repeatedly hit the public's kindness. People are afraid that their good intentions will be taken by some unscrupulous people, so they are not willing to give.
In the face of "malicious donations", we should not be defined only by the word "malicious". It also reflects the psychology of people who want to express their concern but are helpless. A netizen said very rightly: "A penny is also money, which means that there are still caring people."
Of course, we cannot completely lose trust because of the mistakes of a few. No matter how much, every kindness should be fully respected. Just like the drops of water in the lake, the bits and pieces can be gathered together to become the rain that nourishes the earth.
However, the frequent philanthropic scandals over the years have undoubtedly cast a shadow over goodwill. Public trust in charities has plummeted, leading to negative behaviour such as "malicious donations".
Reversing this situation and rebuilding public trust requires charities to start with themselves. It is necessary to check whether there is any corruption and deal with the personnel in question. Huge donations from unknown sources should be handled with caution to avoid becoming a tool for money laundering by some people.
When using donated funds, ensure that expenditures are transparent and subject to public and media scrutiny. Only when we truly operate in the sunshine and continue to maintain public credibility will the public once again believe that our acts of kindness can be a force to help others.
Governments also need to play a greater role. Severely punish corrupt officials and resolutely prevent aid funds from flowing into the pockets of individuals. Establish and improve disaster relief mechanisms to improve disaster relief efficiency. Leaders at all levels should take the lead in donating money and win the hearts and minds of the people with practical actions. Letting the people see what the government is really doing will also greatly boost the confidence of the people.
When we are faced with adversity, we need unity and cohesion even more. Only by being tolerant of others and understanding differences can we resolve conflicts. Each of us craves kindness and wants to help within the scope of our ability. If this intention is doubted for various reasons, we should also be lenient and continue to pass on warmth.
As a philanthropic netizen said: "Don't be too little, isn't the water in the lake formed drop by drop, and how much money does the people of the whole country have for donating a cent a day and a month." This kind of kindness that accumulates into a lot is the strength we need.
Of course, it is not enough to rely on the small strength of individuals, and it is necessary to systematically establish a standardized and effective charity mechanism. It may be necessary to push for legislation to strengthen the regulation of charitable organizations, develop detailed operating procedures, and improve checks and balances.
In terms of the use of donations, third-party audits can be introduced to increase the transparency of information disclosure. Establish a credit rating system for charitable organizations so that the public can clearly understand the credibility of each organization.
Use the Internet to achieve precise assistance according to specific needs. Only by fundamentally reforming and allowing donations to flow to the sunshine can philanthropy return to its original face.
There is no way out of the mountains and rivers, and the willows and flowers are bright and another village. In the face of the raging floods, we must remain hopeful and hold fast to the good qualities in our human nature. As long as all forces are truly united and gathered, we will be able to turn danger into victory and usher in light.
Everyone can send warmth in their own way – whether it's a generous donation or a dime a do. Let us be tolerant and kind, help each other, and tide over this together.
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