We had taken a "Geographical Tour" of Bloemfontein, which included experiencing a entirely different world: Woodland Hills. It is a gated and fully secured area that is 70% White, and 30% mixed minority, less than 2 miles from extreme poverty. The visit to Woodland Hills created many perceptions among the students both local and international as to whether it is a segregated area or a mere class setlement. Within my cohort, we have been discussing the freedoms that come with citizenship which seem to contradict the whole idea of creating equality especially in terms of economic freedom. How do we address these issues while trying to spread the idea of republican citizenship?
-Stephanie
I was shocked to see how people in the gated community lived. It was shocking that such wealth can be seen as well as so much poverty. I am really astonished that this program would take it to this neighborhood. I was glad that they did in order to give us the opportunity to open our eyes and view of the immense differences that there is between the wealthy and the poor.
ReplyDelete-Emmy