Breaking Down Aporophobia: Recognizing and Addressing Social Inequality

📝 The talk is about the concept of 'aporophobia'.

🌍 Aporophobia has the power to transform society.

💡 The speaker explores the need for new words and their role in shaping our world.

⭐️ Aporophobia is the fear or aversion towards poor people.

💭 Aporophobia is a societal problem that needs to be recognized and addressed.

🌍 We should strive to eradicate aporophobia and create an inclusive society.

🔑 The concept of aporophobia, or the fear and rejection of poor people, has emerged as a result of experiences and observations.

💡 Instances of acceptance and hospitality towards wealthy tourists highlight the contrast in how society treats the rich and the poor.

❓ The causes and consequences of aporophobia are still being explored, including the potential neurological basis of xenophobia.

We tend to surround ourselves with people who are similar to us and ignore those who are different.

Our brain naturally feels aversion towards diversity, leading to xenophobia.

While we are capable of caring for others, we often do so conditionally, expecting something in return.

🔑 Indirect reciprocity is the mechanism behind our willingness to give as long as we receive.

💡 Building contractual societies instead of conflictual ones is more beneficial for everyone.

⚖️ There is a challenge in inclusive societies for those who seemingly have nothing to offer in exchange.

📌 Aporophobia refers to the exclusion and discrimination towards poor people.

🤝 Poverty is not just economic, it also manifests in other areas of social life such as education and opportunities.

⚖️ Aporophobia is an attack on human dignity and democracy, as it undermines equality.

🔑 Aporofobia, the fear of poor people, should be eradicated and prevented.

🌍 Education, both formal and informal, is crucial in combating aporofobia and promoting egalitarian institutions.

💔🤝😊 Compassion, empathy, and keen observation are essential in recognizing the value and worth of every individual.