World Poverty for Dummies 1st Edition by Lindsay Rae, Ashley Clements, Sarah Marland, Adam Valvasori, Tim Costello ISBN 0731406990 9780731406999

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ISBN 10: 0731406990 
ISBN 13: 9780731406999
Author: Lindsay Rae, Ashley Clements, Sarah Marland, Adam Valvasori, Tim Costello

Ending world poverty is possible — and you can help. With World Poverty For Dummies, you find out about the building blocks of poverty, as well as its varying causes and manifestations in different regions around the world. Most importantly, you discover inspiring stories of change and actions you can take — from changing your consumer and investment choices or lobbying your government, to becoming an aid worker.

Discover:

• The real situation of the global poor
• Life in the world’s megacities
• Solutions that address poverty
• Ways to get your friends onboard
• How to become an aid worker

World Poverty for Dummies 1st Table of contents:

• The Faces of Poverty

  • Who Are the Poor?
  • The Global Distribution of Wealth
  • Poverty in Different Regions: Africa, Asia, Latin America, and More

• The Causes of Poverty

  • Historical Factors and Colonialism
  • Economic Inequality and Market Failures
  • Political Instability and Corruption
  • Environmental Degradation and Climate Change
  • Globalization and the Impact of Trade

• Measuring Poverty

  • Defining Poverty: Income and Beyond
  • Poverty Lines and International Standards
  • Multidimensional Poverty
  • Indicators of Poverty: Health, Education, and Living Conditions

• Poverty and Health

  • The Link Between Poverty and Poor Health
  • Disease, Malnutrition, and Lack of Access to Healthcare
  • The Global Burden of Disease in Poor Regions
  • HIV/AIDS, Malaria, and Other Major Health Issues

• Education and Poverty

  • The Importance of Education in Breaking the Cycle of Poverty
  • Access to Education: Barriers and Challenges
  • The Role of Literacy and Skills in Empowerment
  • Education as a Path to Economic Opportunity

• The Role of Economic Systems

  • Capitalism and Poverty: The Debate
  • Socialist and Marxist Perspectives on Poverty
  • The Impact of Global Economic Systems on Developing Nations
  • International Debt and the Role of IMF and World Bank

• Poverty and Gender

  • Gender Inequality and its Link to Poverty
  • Women and Children in Poverty
  • Gender-Based Violence and its Impact on Poverty
  • Empowering Women and Reducing Poverty

• Solutions to Poverty

  • Economic Growth as a Solution to Poverty
  • Microfinance and Social Entrepreneurship
  • The Role of Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs)
  • The Importance of Social Safety Nets and Welfare Programs
  • International Aid and Development Assistance

• International Approaches to Poverty

  • The United Nations and the Fight Against Poverty
  • Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
  • The Role of Governments in Tackling Poverty
  • Global Partnerships for Poverty Reduction

• The Future of Poverty

  • Can Poverty Be Eradicated?
  • The Role of Technology and Innovation
  • Climate Change and its Potential Impact on Global Poverty
  • Hope for the Future: Success Stories and Lessons Learned

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