How come we only see commercials for starving children in Africa and not commercials for starving kids in USA?

Question

Im doing a project on Starving kids in Africa vs. starving kids in America. It would really help if you answer. Im trying to find out what i can do why these kids are starving and why dont we hear about it. Is there anything i can do as a 16 year old. How can help?

Thanks

Hilzy

Answer 1

Because everyone needs help.

they dont have the means to help themselves, or if they did, they are not being expended in the proper places.

an american child is no differant, and no better then an african child, or an australian child, or any at that matter.

im all for helping people on my own soil, but also realise other people are out there that need help to survive as well, if we close our eyes to them, doesnt it make it that much easier to close our eyes to everyone else?

Answer 2

I noticed they have commericals about starving dogs/cats or abandon dogs/cats and the children in America isn't starving if you notice a high percentage of children are overweight. America provides Healthy Kids programs in school as well in the homes. America has churches that provide food bags and America has Food banks. Children in America isn't starving. If they were than you would see skinny children in schools. You're probably speaking of low income families who eat limited supply of food like bowl of rice and bread. Children have small stomachs so they don't take that much food. A bowl of rice or noodle soup is sufficient for them unless you speak of children over the age of 10. Even than those children over the age of 10 are obese. Thats your comparison which is food banks, churches, non-profit organizations and families that support those in need of more food. I do it at my church.

Answer 3

It is because in overlooking our own problems we feel better as people.  Instead of confronting our problems, we look to the faults of others and shine light on them instead.  Also, being America, the Hollywood glitz and glamor side of life makes it very easy to do.

In terms of helping, you can just reach out within your community to those that you realize need help.  For example, in calgary we have the Mustard Seed church where you can volunteer to serve meals to the homeless within the city.  However be assured their are many examples across america that are very similar you just have to look and get involved with your community.

Answer 4

america has more money and power and we pay taxes

Answer 5

GOOD QUESTION......I think that's one of the most puzzling questions. People need help everywhere, not just other countries..So many celebrities help in other countries, but what about here, your own country???" It's mind boggling.....