Why is poverty still a global problem?
I can explain why poverty remains a global issue and describe the factors that contribute to it.
Why is poverty still a global problem?
I can explain why poverty remains a global issue and describe the factors that contribute to it.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Poverty is when people don't have enough money or resources to meet their basic needs, like food and shelter.
- How poverty is measured can be different depending on where you live.
- Global poverty still exists because of factors like inequality, lack of education and limited access to resources.
- Poverty can be exacerbated by other factors such as conflict, government instability and climate change.
- The UN and NGOs work hard to tackle global poverty through programmes and initiatives.
Keywords
Absolute poverty - when someone doesn’t have enough money or resources to meet their most basic needs, such as food, shelter and clean water
Relative poverty - when someone’s income is much lower than the average in their society (typically 50-60% less), meaning they struggle to afford the same standard of living as most people around them
Common misconception
There’s no way an individual or national organisation can make a difference to tackling global poverty.
There are many NGOs, global organisations and communities that are working hard to make a difference to global poverty.
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Starter quiz
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on causes with governments, but are not controlled by them.
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the basic rights that all people are entitled to.
Exit quiz
6 Questions
unequal distribution of wealth and resources
limited job opportunities due to lack of skills
environmental changes affecting vulnerable communities