What challenges do people face living in slums?
In this lesson we will learn about informal settlements, sometimes known as 'slums', where almost a billion of the world's population lives. We'll consider how and why slums emerge and develop, the challenges faced by people living in them, and some of the ways these challenges are trying to be overcome.
What challenges do people face living in slums?
In this lesson we will learn about informal settlements, sometimes known as 'slums', where almost a billion of the world's population lives. We'll consider how and why slums emerge and develop, the challenges faced by people living in them, and some of the ways these challenges are trying to be overcome.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Explore what challenges slum communities face
- Examine why life can be difficult in Rocinha, Kibera and Dharavi