The Sustainable Development Goal 15 (SDG 15) – Life on Land– has taken center stage in Chile. Changing weather patterns have impacted Chile’s unique and rugged landscapes. Despite economic growth in Chile due to mining, agriculture and logging, the environmental impacts have become rapidly apparent. The retreat of the Great Andean Glaciers and the simultaneous […]
Since emerging from a civil war in 2002, Sierra Leone has experienced positive social and economic growth. The nation’s GDP has more than tripled, and maternal, infant and child mortality rates have largely decreased. However, poverty remains a threat to the country despite these improvements. Almost 60% of the population lives below the national poverty […]
In light of USAID cuts and freezes, Namibia is delivering the Reach Namibia program, Lifeline Namibia and early childhood development initiatives. These three USAID programs in Namibia raise awareness about the importance of protecting and empowering the disadvantaged groups within Namibia’s youth. About HIV/AIDS in Namibia HIV/AIDS is particularly prevalent in Southern Africa, with Namibia […]
In Uruguay, people with disabilities face social and economic barriers that limit their opportunities and quality of life. Despite the country’s relatively strong social safety net, poverty, unemployment and exclusion disproportionately affect individuals with disabilities. The intersection of disability and poverty in Uruguay reveals structural challenges, policy gaps and limited access to opportunities. A deeper […]
Despite ongoing instability in the Tigray region, Ethiopia is steadily advancing in its fight against extreme poverty, aligning with Sustainable Development Goal 1 (SDG 1), which aims to eradicate poverty in all its forms by 2030. This goal includes ensuring equal access to resources, basic services and economic opportunities for all. As one of Africa’s […]
Poverty in Grenada greatly affects those with disabilities more than those without. However, as poverty as a whole in the country is decreasing, so too are the disproportionalities, improving lives of those experiencing disability and poverty in Grenada. Poverty in Grenada The citizens of Grenada, an island country in the Caribbean, have a high risk […]
Argentina’s wealth was once the envy of the world. That is no longer the case. The perma–crises of the past 70 years have left the country’s economy in turmoil. Plagued by untamed inflation, poverty rates reached a 20-year high in 2024, with extreme hunger in Argentina peaking alongside it. To give a sense of the […]
When flying off the coast of East Africa, one may spot a glimpse of the 115 islands that make up Seychelles. In terms of land area, this is the smallest African nation. Yet, the archipelago is making big waves in the energy industry to combat environmental changes and economic impacts. Contrary to mainland nations, critical […]
In Kyrgyzstan, aging often means slipping into poverty — limited pensions, elder abuse, economic hardship and gaps in health care leave many older adults struggling to survive. The average monthly pension is about 10,547 soms (roughly $108), which is significantly lower than the estimated monthly cost of living of 18,000 to 20,000 soms ($180–$200). The minimum […]
While disability and poverty are not always directly linked, people with disabilities often face challenges in many areas of life. This article will put disability and poverty in Saudi Arabia under the spotlight, while considering challenges that those with disabilities may face, such as unemployment. In 2021, 13.6% of the population in Saudi Arabia lived […]
