Types of Poverty

• Absolute Poverty
  Living on less than the minimum income needed to meet basic survival needs.

• Relative Poverty
  Living with significantly fewer resources compared to the average standard of living in a society.

• Urban & Rural Poverty
  With concentration on inner cities, urban poverty is marked by overcrowding, pollution, and unemployment.
  While found in remote areas, rural poverty is characterized by lack of infrastructure, healthcare, and education.

1. Systemic Inequities

• • • • • Historical marginalization, discriminatory policies, and lack of access to opportunities.

        • Ineffective or exclusionary social policies that fail to address root causes.

2. Economic Factors

• • • • • Unemployment and Underemployment
          Limited job opportunities or low wages.

        • Income Inequality
          Disparities in wealth distribution, with fewer resources for marginalized groups.

        • Economic Recession
          Job losses and inflation disproportionately impact vulnerable populations.

3. Lack of Education

• • • • • Poor educational systems lead to limited skills and lower employability.

        • The inability to afford education perpetuates intergenerational poverty.

4. Health Barriers

• • • • • High healthcare costs and lack of access to medical services worsen poverty.

        • Poor health prevents individuals from working and earning income.

5. Environmental Factors

• • • • • Climate change, natural disasters, and environmental degradation displace communities and affect livelihoods.

1. Health Impacts

• • • • • Malnutrition, hunger, and preventable diseases are prevalent in impoverished communities.

        • Poor access to healthcare results in shorter life expectancies and higher infant mortality rates.

2. Educational Barriers

• • • • • Children in poverty are less likely to attend or complete school due to costs and family obligations.

        • Poor education limits future job prospects, perpetuating the cycle of poverty.

3. Economic Consequences

• • • • • Poverty reduces economic productivity and stifles national growth.

        • Individuals in poverty contribute less to the economy and rely more on social welfare programs.

4. Social Instability

• • • • • Poverty often leads to increased crime, unsafe living conditions, and social exclusion.

        • Mental health issues, stress, and instability are common among impoverished individuals.

• Children
  The most vulnerable, experiencing malnutrition, limited education, and poor healthcare.

• Women
  Gender pay gaps, discrimination, and family obligations often limit economic opportunities.

• Elderly Individuals
  Limited pensions, healthcare access, and reliance on support systems.

• People of Color
  Discriminatory practices and systemic racism exacerbate economic inequality amongst Black/African American, Hispanic, Indigenous and other marginalized communities.

• Rural Communities
  Geographic isolation and lack of infrastructure hinder development.

• • • • Economic Impact: Countries with high poverty rates experience slower economic growth.

      • Public Health: Global poverty exacerbates pandemics and the spread of diseases.

      • Education Gaps: Lack of education in impoverished areas contributes to global workforce shortages.

      • Environmental Stress: Poverty-driven deforestation and overuse of resources contribute to environmental degradation.

1. Economic Development

• • • • • Job creation, skill development programs, and support for small businesses.

        • Promoting fair wages and closing income inequality gaps.

2. Education Access

• • • • • Investing in quality education and removing barriers like tuition fees.

        • Promoting vocational training and literacy programs.

3. Healthcare Equity

• • • • • Expanding access to affordable healthcare services.

        • Addressing malnutrition and providing clean water and sanitation.

4. Policy and Social Protection

• • • • • Implementing social safety nets such as unemployment benefits and child support.

        • Strengthening policies that address systemic inequities.

5. Global Partnerships

• International cooperation to support poverty reduction through aid, investment, and climate initiatives.