Hope for Hollie

Kia ora,

I am a researcher at the University of Otago (https://www.otago.ac.nz/anthropology/staff/otago636914.html). I have been studying medical crowdfunding. I have mostly been exploring this topic through interviews and case studies, but as I have an interest in creative writing and visual art, I also use this as a way to explore the topic.

I am so sorry for your loss, after this long journey with Hollie.

I am writing to ask permission to use a photo from this campaign, in a stained glass art project I am working on. If you gave permission, I would paint a black & white version of the photo onto a piece of glass the size of a smartphone. This would be displayed alongside aprox 12 other images on the same size piece of glass. Accompanying this would be some quotes from participants in my survey, and a general explanation about the topic of medical crowdfunding.

The goal of the exhibit is to get people to think about empathy, care and charity… how they respond (or not) to people telling their stories and asking for help online.

At this stage I plan to show the stained glass images as part of a presentation at an academic conference in Seattle, and another in Wellington, in November. I may also show it at other academic conferences, and/or a small exhibition as part of Dunedin’s Fringe Festival in 2023. The images will potentially also be published as part of academic articles or essays. a

If you do decide to give permission, you could chose either for the image to be presented anonymously, or to have your name (and/or the name of the people in the photo) included, in which case I will put it in the acknowledgements whenever I show the art piece.

As a thank you, I would send you a small gift voucher, and additionally I would like to paint a small glass window ornament/memorial, featuring Hollie, to send you as a gift.

Additionally, if you might like to tell me a little bit about the photo (where/why it was taken, and why you chose this particular picture for the campaign) I would love to talk to you over phone or Zoom. This might take between 15 mins and half an hour, and could be scheduled at a time of your choosing. But you are welcome to indicate permission for me to use the photo, but say you DON'T want to do the short interview …there's no pressure to do both.

Thanks so much for your time and consideration. You can contact me via this email address: susan.wardell@otago.ac.nz

Wishing you well

Susan

Yes how is Hollie is she well and her future is bright I have a stake in Hollies future and hope she will fulfil all her dreams

Cheers

Rod

Dear Salome. One Question was asked 24th June 2019...Mine was asked 5 days ago......Do these Questions get answered ? Thankyou

Dear Salome Schlebusch. My name is Glenice Denize I am writing on behalf of Kingitanga Spiritual Lore . He is a Spiritual Healer who would like to help heal Hollie . He has healed many people for years. Many people either come to his home or he does healing and blessings on Face book video or phone. He does healing by FB in NZ and all over the world.. His healings take only minutes , will cost nothing sometimes people give a Koha or Donation........ You or Hollie Parents can ring or FB him and talk to him or refer anyone else if they want his help...His Face book is named Kingitaga S Lore ..His phone number 027 635 3583. home line 09 4383421.. Address 158 Raumanga Valley road Whangarei 0110.......Thankyou Yours Faithfully Glenice

Hi Salome, my name is Caitlin. I’m conducting a study at the University of Auckland on the use of crowdfunding platforms to fund health-related costs in New Zealand. I’m hoping to speak with people with experience of setting up and managing a Givealittle page on behalf of a loved one. I understand this will be a time of immense pressure for all involved, but I’m also aware this may be a topic close to your heart, and I believe your contribution to the project would be really valuable. If you are open to participating or would like more information, please email me confidentially at cneu868@aucklanduni.ac.nz. Participation would involve a conversational interview at a time/place convenient to you. To thank participants for their time, each will receive a $30 voucher. Thanks and best wishes. Approved by the University of Auckland Human Participants Ethics Committee on 11th June 2019 for three years, Reference Number 023136.