Dr Adje Van De Sande's Backstory Analysis

I felt most engaged during the introduction of Dr. Adje van de Sande’s lecture. Listening to his backstory and how he came to where he is today was very intriguing. Additionally, I can also relate with him on a number of levels. For one, he first studied Psychology in his undergraduate before pursuing a degree in Social Work. I’m currently studying Psychology myself! Moreover, if also mentioned how he was an interest in helping others. I myself, am always interested in serving members of society, especially the disadvantaged. As an example, I’m currently a Peer Leader for Career Services at Carleton University (102).

2. At what moment while you were attending/watching class this week did you feel most confused and why? This could relate to the content, the delivery, an exercise, a discussion or anything else related to class.
Sande’s lecture and Dr. Blackstone’s article, the need for poverty reduction measures, especially those on Aboriginal reserves was emphasized. Both brought up excellent examples, like the Campaign 2000 and the Child Tax Benefit, which serve to reduce poverty. If that is the case indeed and there are numerous programs to minimize the high rate, then why has poverty persisted till this day? Although this may be related to issues such as housing, abuse, and unemployment, but the government already possess knowledge of the external and internal factors that lead to poverty? So, how has it not been eliminated yet?