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CHILDREN AND POVERTY, Naomi Mitatei Tira S11243608…
CHILDREN AND POVERTY
Long-term Consequences:
Cycle of poverty (poverty passed through generations)
Reduced job opportunities in adulthood
Higher risk of crime or homelessness
Weaker economic growth for the nation
Effect of child poverty
Health:
Malnutrition and hunger
Poor physical and mental health
Limited access to healthcare
Education:
Lack of school supplies or uniforms
High dropout rates
Poor academic performance
Social & Emotional:
Low self-esteem and stress
Social exclusion or stigma
Increased risk of exploitation or child labor
Causes of child poverty
Economic factors:
Unemployment or low-income jobs
Inflation and high cost of living
Economic inequality
Social factors
Low self-esteem and stress
Social exclusion or stigma
Increased risk of exploitation or child labor
Government & Policy factors:
Weak social welfare systems
Low minimum wage
Unequal distribution of resources
Solutions / Ways to Reduce Child Poverty
Government actions:
Free education and school meals
Child benefit programs and family support
Affordable housing policies
Community initiatives:
NGOs and charities providing aid
Vocational training for parents
Community feeding programs
Global efforts:
United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 1: No Poverty)
International aid and child protection programs
Naomi Mitatei Tira S11243608