Much like everywhere else in the world, poverty increased in the Philippines during the COVID-19 pandemic. As of April 2023, national poverty estimates show that poverty incidence rose from 16.7% in 2018 to 18.1% in 2021, translating to 19.9 million poor people as of 2021. Government and private groups alike are working to reduce poverty […]
Period poverty affects millions of individuals who menstruate across the globe. However, one unique project founded in some of the most afflicted regions of Mali has emerged to lead the way in the fight against period poverty in Mali. What is Period Poverty? Period Poverty is the lack of access to clean and hygienic menstrual […]
Guatemala, the nation bordering Mexico to the southeast, is home to a population of 17.5 million people, with more than half belonging to indigenous communities. Guatemala is renowned for its temperate climate and breathtaking natural landscapes. However, for many of its residents, the reality of poverty in Guatemala is far from idyllic. Beneath its picturesque […]
As of 2019, Egypt is the most populous country in North Africa and the Middle East with a population of more than 99 million. For all intents and purposes, it would appear at first glance that Egypt should not have many challenges regarding poverty by virtue of it being a middle-income country. However, if one […]
The Republic of Chad takes a unique perspective on mental health and psychological disorders. Many in the country view these conditions as curses, and their consequences can be profound, impacting not only the afflicted individuals but also their families and even entire communities. In some cases, these beliefs lead to physical interventions in an attempt […]
Disability in underdeveloped countries has an immense impact on those who are living in extreme cases of poverty as they consistently encounter barriers to employment, education, quality of life as well and access to basic amenities. Here is some information about disability and poverty in Malawi, including what different organizations are doing to address them. […]
Since 2019, Lebanon has been facing a crippling economic crisis. More than 80% of the population is estimated to live in poverty with inflation reaching 171% in 2022. While many problems have arisen from this crisis, perhaps none have impacted the Lebanese people as severely as the lack of electricity across the nation. The Lebanese […]
The Czech Republic, also known today as Czechia, has a current GDP of about $290.92B, with a GDP per capita of $27,638.40 and a total population of more than 10 million people. The country has undergone decades of development, leading it to rank among the richest countries in the world. Because of this, the Czech […]
Although film and poverty do not seem correlated in any capacity, there is a lot of implicit advocacy present in modern-day film-making that many may be unaware of. Pushing social change through film has now become trendy and is something that current film directors and producers are looking to showcase. Films target privileged people and […]
In 2011, the World Health Organization (WHO) and World Bank expanded the definition of ‘disability’ from medical and biological to social. This new method calls for a balanced approach, giving proper weight to both the medical and social models that contribute to the extent of disabilities people experience. A social disability model is where “people […]
