Tag: Poverty Alleviation
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Global Citizen Appoints Industry Leaders to Its Board
Global Citizen Expands Board with Industry Leaders Global Citizen, the world’s largest movement to end extreme poverty, has announced the appointment of five new members to its Global Board of Directors. The slate brings together leaders from entertainment, business, technology, and sports, underscoring Global Citizen’s commitment to mobilizing diverse sectors in the fight against poverty.…
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Global Citizen Appoints Industry Leaders to the Board
Global Citizen Expands Board with Industry Leaders Global Citizen, the world’s largest movement to end extreme poverty, announced the appointment of five new members to its Global Board of Directors. The additions bring senior leadership from entertainment, business, technology and sports to the organization, underscoring Global Citizen’s mission to mobilize people, ideas, and resources to…
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Reaching the Unreached: Delivering Hope Across Pakistan’s Humanitarian Crisis
Overview: The Challenge of Reaching the Unreached Pakistan is confronting a protracted humanitarian crisis shaped by poverty, climate change, rapid population growth, and entrenched inequalities. Recurrent floods, severe droughts, heatwaves, and economic shocks have disproportionately affected rural communities and urban poor, leaving millions in need of food assistance, healthcare, shelter, and education. Reaching the unreached…
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Hunger Incidence Eases Among Filipino Families in Q4 2025, SWS Reports
Overview: Hunger improves in the fourth quarter of 2025 In its latest national survey, the Social Weather Stations (SWS) reported that 20.1% of Filipino families experienced involuntary hunger at least once in the past three months. The findings, released on January 14, 2026, reflect a notable easing in hunger levels for the country as a…
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Eliminating Extreme Poverty: Kerala’s Lessons for Developing ASEAN Countries
Kerala’s bold claim and its debate When Kerala’s Chief Minister announced on 1 November 2025 that the state had ostensibly eliminated extreme poverty, it sparked a lively debate among economists, policymakers, and development practitioners. Critics pressed for rigorous definitions and transparent measurement, while supporters argued that the state had moved decisively toward a living standard…
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How to Help the World’s Poor Most in 2026
Setting the Stage for 2026 As the calendar turns, many of us want to use the new year to make a meaningful difference. In 2026, the goal isn’t just generosity—it’s strategic, informed giving and action that reaches those most in need. From evidence-based philanthropy to personal behavior changes, this guide outlines practical steps to help…
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Millions Could See No SNAP Benefits This Month, New Analysis Warns
Overview: A Potential SNAP Gap This Month Millions of Americans relying on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) may receive little to no benefits this month, according to a new analysis from the Center for Budget and Policy Priorities (CBPP). The warning highlights how policy design changes and processing delays could translate into a harsh…
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World Bank Urges Expanding Cash Aid for Malaysia’s Seniors
Overview: A Growing Pension Gap for Malaysia’s Elderly The World Bank has urged Malaysia to broaden its social protection net for seniors, arguing that the current Bantuan Warga Emas (BWE) scheme reaches only a fraction of those in need. With the BWE offering RM600 per month, critics say it fails to lift a large portion…
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Accelerating Agricultural Modernization for Chinese-style Modernization
Introduction In recent discussions surrounding China’s development strategy, the emphasis on agricultural modernization has taken center stage. President Xi Jinping has made it clear that to effectively advance Chinese-style modernization, a robust approach to agriculture and rural development is essential. This article explores the key principles and measures being implemented to accelerate agricultural modernization in…