philoman777

Neutrality is a major part of MSF's work. It is tough to tell the Taliban that they are neutral while receiving financial assistance from the US government. Also, if the US government has 25% of our donations and we decide to speak out against anything they do, it puts us in an awkward position.

First of all, thank you so much for all the work you do. You inspire a lot of people to follow in your footsteps, including me. My questions:

• When did you realize you would make an entire life out of MSF work?

• Do you ever think about the “normal life” you may have had just staying at home and donating money to MSF?

• How do volunteers who are frequently traveling find interpersonal intimacy?

• What is the worst thing about humanitarian work that we’d never guess?

• As a nurse finishing school in a few months, what can I do to make myself a realistic candidate while I am waiting for the 2 year experience minimum?

Thanks so much!

/r/doctorswithoutborders

edit: Since this is getting upvotes, I encourage those interested to watch "Living in Emergency" and "Access to the Danger Zone". Books include "Hope in Hell", "An Imperfect Offering", and "Writing on the Edge"

Thank you for your responses, look for my application in 2 years

I feel the same way. Also, there is a lot more red tape in the U.S. when it comes to helping the poor

great, now I have another book to read instead of studying. Jerk