6th Annual CGHH. 9-10 October 2015. Galludat University. Washington, D.C., USA.

9-10 October 2015
Gallaudet University, Washington, D.C.

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10/10/2015 | 2:15 PM - 3:00 PM | Andrew Foster Auditorium

Cargo Culture & Audiology in the 21st Century

Amongst the diverse Melanesian practices that have resulted as a consequence of commercial explorations and political colonization, the Cargo Cult is one that seems to be overlooked or underestimated. “Cargo Cults” arise from the belief that various ritualistic acts/worship will lead to an abundant receipt of material wealth. As such, the emergence of “Cargo Cults” in the Pacific Islands in the 1800’s had a deep impact not only on islander culture but on the way in which International Aid programs were created and implemented. This thought provoking presentation looks briefly at the lasting effects of “Cargo Culture” on indigenous communities and for donor agencies asks the question: Are we part of the solution or part of the problem?

Re-considering your cultural relevance
Reassessing your motivations
Avoiding co-dependencies

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David Pither (POC,Primary Presenter,Author), Ears Inc, david@earsinc.org;
I have been custom making earmolds since 1976, repairing hearing aids, some manufacture of custom hearing aids and primarily audiometry and dispensing of hearing aids. Since 1989 undertaking trips to developing countries establishing earmold labs and clinics. In 1997 founding Ears Inc, a registered charity which is “dedicated to reducing the incidence and impact of hearing impairment through training and equipping local individuals and agencies in developing countries”.

ASHA DISCLOSURE:

Financial - Receives Salary,Ownership interest for Employment,Management position,Board membership,Ownership from Audigene Pty Ltd t/as Audicare. Receives Ownership interest for Board membership from World Hearing Organisation International.

Nonfinancial - Has a Personal,Professional,Institutional (training) (Co-Founder) (Administration) relationship for Volunteer teaching and speaking,Board membership,Other volunteer activities.

AAA DISCLOSURE:

Financial - Receives support from Audigene Pty Ltd * World Hearing Organisation International ** Ears Inc ***.