The Copenhagen Declaration describes absolute poverty as "a condition characterised by severe deprivation of basic human needs, including food, safe drinking water, sanitation facilities, health, shelter, education and information."
The World Bank identifies "extreme poverty" as being people who live on less than USD $1 a day, and "poverty" as less than $2 a day.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Definition of poverty
- Fighting against poverty
- Asian Development Bank (ADB)
- Corporate Foundations - e.g. Ford
- European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD)
- European Commission
- International Monetary Fund
- Inter American Development Bank
- UNESCO
- United Nations
- World Bank
- What has been done
- Millennium Development Goals
- Micro financing
- Conclusion
- Facts and Figures
- References
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This document aims to provide an overview of various organizations and initiatives involved in fighting poverty globally. It explores different approaches to poverty reduction and highlights the key strategies and objectives employed by these organizations.
- Definition and understanding of poverty
- Strategies and approaches to poverty reduction
- Role of international organizations in poverty eradication
- Impact of poverty reduction efforts
- Importance of sustainable development and pro-poor growth
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Definition of poverty: This chapter defines poverty based on the Copenhagen Declaration and the World Bank's classifications of "extreme poverty" and "poverty."
- Fighting against poverty: This chapter provides a general overview of the efforts made by numerous organizations, both governmental and non-governmental, to reduce poverty. It emphasizes the common goals and the importance of financial aid, technical assistance, and the Poverty Reduction Strategy (PRS).
- Asian Development Bank (ADB): This section outlines the ADB's mission to reduce poverty in Asia and the Pacific, highlighting its approach through loans, technical assistance, and its success in reducing poverty in the region.
- Corporate Foundations - e.g. Ford: This section discusses the goals of the Ford Foundation, including poverty reduction and supporting organizations that help businesses create employment opportunities.
- European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD): This section focuses on the EBRD's financial support for banks, industries, and businesses in developing countries, emphasizing its role in building market economies and democracies.
- European Commission: This section describes the EC's mission to reduce poverty in developing countries and promote sustainable development. It highlights the EC's collaborations with other organizations and its focus on pro-poor growth and job creation.
- International Monetary Fund: This section introduces the IMF's Poverty Reduction and Growth Facility (PRGF) and its focus on supporting low-income countries through low-interest lending.
- Inter American Development Bank: This section highlights the IADB Group's efforts to support development programs in Latin America and the Caribbean through loans, grants, and investments.
- UNESCO: This section discusses UNESCO's approach to poverty as a human rights issue and its multi-sector poverty eradication program.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
This document centers around the key themes of poverty reduction, international development, sustainable development, pro-poor growth, and the role of various organizations in tackling poverty across different regions. The text explores concepts such as financial aid, technical assistance, micro-financing, and the impact of these strategies on poverty levels. Key organizations and initiatives such as the Asian Development Bank, the Ford Foundation, the European Commission, the International Monetary Fund, and UNESCO are discussed in relation to their contributions towards poverty reduction.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the World Bank define extreme poverty?
The World Bank identifies extreme poverty as people living on less than USD $1 a day, while general poverty is defined as living on less than $2 a day.
What is the Copenhagen Declaration's definition of absolute poverty?
It describes absolute poverty as a condition characterized by severe deprivation of basic human needs, including food, safe drinking water, sanitation, health, shelter, education, and information.
What is the mission of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) regarding poverty?
The ADB focuses on reducing poverty in Asia and the Pacific through loans, technical assistance, and strategies aimed at sustainable regional growth.
How does UNESCO approach the issue of poverty?
UNESCO treats poverty as a human rights issue and operates a multi-sector poverty eradication program to address its various dimensions.
What are the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)?
The MDGs are a set of international development goals established to reduce global poverty, improve health, and promote education and sustainability.
What is the role of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in poverty reduction?
The IMF supports low-income countries through its Poverty Reduction and Growth Facility (PRGF), which provides low-interest lending to help stabilize economies.
- Quote paper
- Marieluise Bruch (Author), 2005, World Poverty, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/46230
