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Such a strong, important and compelling report by Joseph Rowntree Foundation (JRF) With 14.3 million in #Poverty in the UK, what does it really mean for people?  • Not being able to heat your home, pay our rent, buy the essentials for your children • Waking up every day facing insecurity, uncertainty, impossible decisions about money More than one in five people in the UK were in poverty in 2022/23 including 4.3m children! If you are over 50 and live in the York area, local charity Older Citizens Advocacy York (OCAY) may be able to help you with challenges around Benefits, Finance, Energy, Consumer rights, Housing. They help people get their voices heard and access the right information. https://lnkd.in/eu8ShhcY

Our FY 23/24 Impact Report is about to be released and reports a 56% increase in demand for our services. Yes, you read correctly - 56%! Poverty in Melbourne is a real issue, and we can't keep ignoring it - but what are we doing about it? What's the government doing about it? All I hear are a LOT of words but very little action...it's hard not to let it get you down. Ben sums it up well in this article - https://lnkd.in/g3Kegrrt

A £55 million fund has been announced to combat rising child poverty in the North East, a region facing some of the highest rates of deprivation in the UK. The initiative, led by North East Mayor Kim McGuinness, aims to address economic disparities and provide crucial support to children and families. The fund forms part of the government’s broader levelling-up agenda, targeting areas with deeply entrenched economic challenges. Recent figures reveal that over 35% of children in parts of the North East are living in poverty, significantly higher than the national average. Read more on the funding here: https://ow.ly/T01P50U9ZZ5

The percentage of World poverty is approximately 43%. That means that, if the remainder each help just one person, they are going a long way to doing good. Sure, you won’t fix the world’s problems, but you are taking part. If you help two, you are assisting those who are too close to the poverty line to be able to make a difference. If you help a whole family, wow, that’s even better, because in that way you are helping children and as a consequence, grandchildren. How you help is another discussion.

Poverty is a fire that needs to be put out, because if you do not contain a fire, it spreads. You are poor. That is not a sin. But it is a challenge. Maybe even a problem. But, when you decide to marry without first addressing that poverty challenge, it will become an emergency. If you now have children without still tackling your poverty, it will graduate to a crisis. And running from church to synagogue will not help you. God offers you salvation. He does not offer you money. That is why God created work. Both hard work and smart work. So you can engage in it and have money. Prevent future financial crisis in your life. Cure your poverty before you address your desire for a woman.

The New York State Child Poverty Reduction Advisory Council (CPRAC) has set a bold goal: cut child poverty in half by 2031. But how do we get there? In three new episodes of "This Robin Hood Moment," we explore key policy solutions and the human stories behind them: 🎙️ New York’s Fight to Cut Child Poverty in Half with Kate Breslin (Schuyler Center for Analysis and Advocacy): https://lnkd.in/eBKAWeYF 🎙️ The Only Housing Choice for New York’s Children with Christine Quinn (Women In Need, Inc. (Win)): https://lnkd.in/eBpKnWQg 🎙️ The True Cost of Raising a Child in New York with Reshma Saujani (Moms First): https://lnkd.in/eSt3MGn8 Listen now to learn how these changes can transform the lives of New York's children: https://lnkd.in/eQeZnWy6

At CUPS, we see the impact of poverty on the lives of individuals and families every day. Poverty doesn’t just affect access to basic needs like food, shelter, and healthcare—it can also create cycles of trauma, stress, and marginalization that are hard to break without support. Addressing poverty requires a collective, community response. It’s about more than providing services—it’s about creating systems of support that address the root causes of poverty, from housing instability to mental health challenges. At CUPS, we believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to thrive, and we are committed to offering low-barrier, trauma-informed care to help individuals and families break free from the cycle of poverty. But we can’t do this work alone. Combating poverty takes all of us—community organizations, governments, businesses, and individuals—coming together to create lasting change.

In New Orleans, 1 in 3 children live in poverty, over twice the national average. Poverty impacts more than income—it can cause chronic stress that alters brain development, affecting memory, self-regulation, and school readiness.  Challenges like food insecurity, frequent moves, and exposure to violence contribute to this stress, underscoring the need for community support. Learn more about the realities facing our city’s youth in the New Orleans Youth Dashboard. https://lnkd.in/grzQvhem

Have you registered yet? 1 Week to go till our In Conversation with Professor Sharon Bessell Event Date: Friday, November 22, 2024 Time: 6pm – 8pm Location: Lawson’s Flat, 4 Sherwood Court, Perth Spend an evening with Professor Sharon Bessell to discuss her groundbreaking work amplifying the voices of children living in poverty. Through her research, Professor Bessell is developing essential indicators to measure child poverty, helping us prevent more children from facing the scarring effects of poverty. Australian children don't just need housing. They need a home. - ANU Policy Brief ➡ ANU researchers have spoken with 132 children about their experiences of poverty. Many said they have a house but not a place they would call a home. ➡ When children were asked what makes a home, children talked about having some outdoors space to play, and indoor space that protects them from cold, heat, and mould. Emergency housing, and in many cases affordable market housing, was not doing this. ➡ Policies that can reduce children’s experiences of poverty without any change in parental income include: addressing conditions in emergency housing, ensuring housing is built at a high quality, (not just in high quantities), and providing child-inclusive outdoor spaces.

💔 Shining a Light on Invisible Poverty in Milton Keynes 💔 Not all poverty is visible. Many individuals and families in Milton Keynes are struggling behind closed doors, facing challenges such as food insecurity, poor housing, and limited access to essential resources. This invisible poverty is affecting people’s health, education, and overall well-being. At a time of year when the focus is often on celebration, it’s important to remember those who may be silently battling hardship. Milton Keynes Community Foundation is working tirelessly to support our local community, offering funding and resources to make a difference. 📢 Let’s come together to raise awareness and support initiatives tackling invisible poverty in our area. By understanding the hidden struggles faced by others, we can make Milton Keynes a stronger, more compassionate community. Find out more or get involved: https://lnkd.in/eFDYwtPT 💚 Together, we can help. #InvisiblePovertyMK #CommunitySupport #PovertyAwareness