#EndPoverty

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Eastern and Southern Africa is a new sub-group within sub-Saharan Africa that includes 26 countries.1 According to the latest global poverty database, the region had the world’s highest extreme poverty rate—40.8 per cent in 2018 (Figure 2). Moreover, since 2017 it has been the region with the highest number of people living in  extreme poverty, surpassing South Asia. As of 2018, almost 40 per cent of the world’s extreme poor, or over 262 million people, live in Eastern and Southern Africa. More importantly, not only is this the region with the highest poverty rate and concentration of the extreme poor, but it’s pace of poverty reduction has also been very slow. The extreme poverty rate in Eastern and Southern Africa has declined by only 0.43 percentage points a year since 2010, less than half the global average of 0.93.

Why has poverty reduction in Eastern and Southern Africa been so slow? There are many possible drivers. First, the population growth rate in the region, at 2.6 per cent in 2019, is more than double the world’s population growth rate of 1.2 per cent. Second, its annualized growth rate of gross domestic product (GDP) per capita between 2010 and 2018 was only 0.1 per cent, while all other regions had an annualized growth rate higher than 0.8 per cent. Third, high inequality is a concern for the region. Five of the world’s ten most unequal countries are in this region, and all but two countries had higher Gini coefficients than the global median.2 Fourth, various shocks, including those related to climate, hit countries in the region more frequently than before. For example, since 2016, Malawi has experienced one drought, two cyclones and the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2022, the Horn of Africa experienced its worst drought in 70 years. The pace of poverty reduction is further exacerbated by surging inflation region-wide. Finally, fragility is an important challenge for this region. It includes multiple fragile States, such as Burundi, Somalia, South Sudan, etc., and refugees from those countries flow into other countries in the region.

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How Can We Afford a Universal Basic Income (UBI)? - Books With Answers

One of the most common questions to come up whenever people talk about a universal basic income is: how can we afford it?

There is an easy answer to that: we can’t afford NOT to implement an emergency UBI as the costs of poverty and the costs to the environment are catastrophically too high to continue the current economic system. That’s because this system relies on an impossible model of endless economic growth and trying to create enough jobs for everyone -- even if many of those jobs are meaningless, demoralizing, harmful, wasteful make-work jobs. 

However, many people involved in making or explaining policy will want to read some detailed policy-oriented books to make their case for a UBI. Here are a few top choices.

1) FINANCING BASIC INCOME - RICHARD PEREIRA

2) THE DEFICIT MYTH - STEPHANIE KELTON 

3)  BETWEEN DEBT AND THE DEVIL - ADAIR TURNER (a differing, and some say more important, analysis of debt than Kelton’s Deficit Myth). Also on the topic of monetary theory, check out Geoff Crocker’s book on UBI & money. 

4) LET THERE BE MONEY - SCOTT SANTENS

5) SOCIOECONOMIC DEMOCRACY - ROBLEY GEORGE

6) BULLSHIT JOBS and DEBT: THE FIRST 5,000 YEARS both by DAVID GRAEBER

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Everyday we spend money on different things like expensive food, expensive clothes, bags, shoes etc and we don’t see a problem with that, but we find it very hard to donate to make other peoples life’s better. This is just a quick reminder that some people are living in less that a pound a day and if you put yourself in that situation you would realize how hard surviving is. As individuals we could help them by donations daily, weekly or even monthly and this doesn’t mean that you should give an outrageous amount of money but stick to what would benefit you and others. It’s the thought that counts.

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(Part 1) ECOSOC Youth Forum 2024.

"Reinforcing the 2030 Agenda and eradicating poverty in times of multiple crises: the effective delivery of sustainable, resilient and innovative solutions".

United Nations Economic and Social Council, United Nations Youth, Office of the Secretary-General's Envoy on Youth, UNFPA, United Nations Development Programme - UNDP, Major Group for Children and Youth, United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC)...

Watch (Part 1) ECOSOC Youth Forum 2024

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The World Day of Social Justice, observed annually on February 20th, is a global initiative aimed at promoting social justice, equality, and fairness for all people around the world. It serves as a reminder of the importance of addressing issues such as poverty, unemployment, gender inequality, social exclusion, and human rights violations. The day emphasizes the need to create a more inclusive and equitable society where every individual has access to opportunities, resources, and basic human rights, regardless of their background or circumstances.

On this day, various organizations, governments, and communities come together to raise awareness about social justice issues and advocate for positive change. Activities may include seminars, workshops, conferences, campaigns, and social media initiatives focused on highlighting the challenges faced by marginalized and vulnerable populations and proposing solutions to address these issues.

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Dr. King's legacy on Ministry Mondays: El Ministerio del Tiempo (S2e8) "Time of The Brave Ones II" & Who Suffers In War?

Dr. King, whose legacy we honor today, reminded us that poverty needs to be ended, and that poverty and war are intimately linked, just as this episode shows. Last week we reviewed capitulo 15, Tiempo de Valientes I, and now in chaptr 16, Most of the Spanish soldiers in 1898 were illiterate. / La mayoría de los soldados españoles en la guerra de Filipinas que eran analfabetos.  Diciembre,…

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It's time to recognize the importance of inclusive national youth employment strategies and decent jobs creation to End Poverty.

On International for the Eradication of Poverty, the ILO recognizes the importance of inclusive national youth employment strategies and decent jobs creation to End Poverty. Let’s work together to ensure access to decent work & social protection for all, particularly youth.

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Modern family life and the cost of living crisis

Modern family life has become increasingly difficult for many people in the last few years. With the cost of living rising and wages not increasing at the same rate, many families are struggling to make ends meet. This is especially true for those families who are living on one income. Despite the fact that people are working hard, they are still living in poverty. Inflation is a key factor in…

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The concept of "light warriors" can be interpreted in many ways, but generally, it refers to individuals who are dedicated to promoting positivity, healing, and enlightenment in the world. These individuals are committed to fighting against negativity, darkness, and ignorance, and seek to bring about positive change through their actions and intentions. There are many examples of light warriors throughout history who have made significant contributions to the world. Some well-known examples include Mahatma Gandhi, Martin Luther King Jr., Mother Teresa, and Nelson Mandela, all of whom used their beliefs and actions to promote peace, justice, and equality. In contemporary times, there are many individuals and groups who are working towards creating positive change in the world. Some are focused on environmental conservation and sustainability, while others are working to promote social justice and equality. Still, others are dedicated to promoting wellness and personal growth. Regardless of the specific focus of their work, light warriors share a common commitment to making the world a better place. They recognize that change begins with each individual, and they work to create positive change through their words and actions. By embodying the qualities of love, compassion, and wisdom, they inspire others to do the same and create a ripple effect of positivity and transformation. #lightwarriors #changetheworld #makeadifference #actnow #standup #bethechange #sustainability #climateaction #socialjustice #equalityforall #endpoverty #educateeverychild #healthforall #cleanwaterforall #renewableenergy #globalunity https://www.instagram.com/p/CqAcA_fsSBX/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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After the worst drought in 40 years, millions of people across Africa are facing the threat of famine. Please donate now to save lives and give lasting hope.

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[dbunicorn]

This isn't an east/west issue, this is a community issue that spills over into every aspect of society, including agriculture, healthcare, education and finance. Empowering women and girls just makes economic sense.

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Let’s try to take advantage of the moment. #endracism #endantiblackness #freepalestine #fuckchristophercolumbus #nohumanisillegal #blackpower #fucknazism #capitalismkills #endpoverty #panafrican #endtheprisonindustrialcomplex #votethirdparty #freedonjusticeandequality #freedomofspeech #endthewarinukraine #antiimperialism #howdoesitfreeus #indigenouspeoplesday https://www.instagram.com/p/Cl1j4JGpvgw/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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