"Poverty in the Philippines"

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 WHAT is POVERTY?

    - Poverty is a complex social and economic condition in which individuals or groups do not have enough financial resources or access to basic needs required for a decent and healthy standard of living. It goes beyond simply having low income, as it also includes the lack of essentials such as nutritious food, clean water, safe housing, healthcare, education, and opportunities for stable employment. People living in poverty often experience hardship in meeting their daily needs, and they may also face social exclusion, limited access to services, and fewer chances to improve their situation. Poverty can be categorized into absolute poverty, where basic survival needs are not met, and relative poverty, where individuals have significantly fewer resources compared to others in their society. Many factors contribute to poverty, including unemployment, low wages, lack of education, rapid population growth, inequality, and economic or political instability. As a result, poverty affects not only individuals but also communities and entire nations, limiting development and reducing overall quality of life.



EXAMPLES OF POVERTY IN THE PHILIPPINES;

  • A family cannot afford enough food and often skips meals or eats only once a day.
  • Children are unable to attend school because their parents cannot pay for uniforms, supplies, or transportation.
  • People live in unsafe or overcrowded housing without clean water, electricity, or proper sanitation.
  • Individuals cannot access healthcare due to lack of money, causing illnesses to worsen.
  • A person has a job but earns very little, making it hard to support daily needs.
  • Families lose their homes and income due to disasters or economic crises.
  • Children are forced to work at a young age instead of going to school.

https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/philippines-poverty-rate-155-2023-statistics-agency-says-2024-08-15/

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