I have an African passport and have been following this story closely because of it. I have heard many accounts of evictions, being turned away from public transport, forced testing, forced quarantine despite no recent travel, not being able to go into hospitals, etc. Africans are being hit the hardest but other foreigners are also on the receiving end of discrimination. This is mostly Guangzhou.
I say all this to come to the point. I was offered a job and continue to get offers for good packages in China. I have turned all of them down because I'm not willing to be discriminated against on a regular basis. I wouldn't suggest that a friend with an African passport go but if you're a westerner I don't think it's a bad deal. Many of them are still having a great time based on their accounts there. Good luck with your decision.
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- Wed May 06, 2020 1:42 pm
- Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
- Topic: Racism in China
- Replies: 12
- Views: 18570
- Wed Jan 04, 2017 2:15 pm
- Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
- Topic: Cameroon and Ethiopa
- Replies: 68
- Views: 175200
Re: Cameroon and Ethiopa
I know a lady teaching in Cameroon now and a couple that taught there for about 5 years. Both are enjoying. Aside from crime it's a fine place to live in. I work and teach in Mali and I love it here. I'm very happy to see that most international teachers don't consider Africa because that just means there will be less competition for me when and if I choose to go to another African country.
- Wed Apr 20, 2016 8:51 pm
- Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
- Topic: shipping companies from U.S. to Mali
- Replies: 1
- Views: 3829
shipping companies from U.S. to Mali
Hello,
I'm looking for recommendations of shipping companies from the U.S. to Mali. I am a brand new IT living in New York City and have more than I can a take on a plane but very little furniture. I'd like the company to do the packing. Please let me know if you have recommendations.
I am also considering www.sendmybag.com
TIA,
gemmabean
I'm looking for recommendations of shipping companies from the U.S. to Mali. I am a brand new IT living in New York City and have more than I can a take on a plane but very little furniture. I'd like the company to do the packing. Please let me know if you have recommendations.
I am also considering www.sendmybag.com
TIA,
gemmabean
- Wed Feb 24, 2016 6:42 am
- Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
- Topic: Cost of Living in Africa
- Replies: 8
- Views: 10952
Re: Cost of Living in Africa
I think it's a great idea to post a country or at least a region when discussing Africa. Africa is a huge continent and very few generalizations will cover the entire continent.
- Sat Dec 12, 2015 9:30 am
- Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
- Topic: Criminal Record Check - Where and how long?
- Replies: 4
- Views: 9656
Re: Criminal Record Check - Where and how long?
Thanks so much for all of the responses. Much appreciated!!
- Fri Dec 11, 2015 6:59 pm
- Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
- Topic: Criminal Record Check - Where and how long?
- Replies: 4
- Views: 9656
Criminal Record Check - Where and how long?
I've recently signed a contract for my first IT job. I've been asked to provide a criminal record check. How do I get this done as quickly and reputably as possible ? Are there different prices available at different vendors? How long does it usually take? I have no criminal record so this is just a formality.
TIA!!
TIA!!