Ankur Nikam
It’s a global call to action to end poverty in all its forms, recognizing it as a violation of human rights and dignity.
"Ending Social and Institutional maltreatment by ensuring respect and effective support for families".
Poverty is a multidimensional issue. It's not just a lack of money, but a denial of Dignity, Justice, and Belonging.
Families living in poverty often face stigma, judgement and punitive practices from systems meant to help them.
From Control to Care; Services must be built on trust, prioritizing respectful, person-centred interaction.
We must rebalance investments away from monitoring and towards family strengthening services.
providing income support, quality childcare, adequate housing and mental care.
Ending Poverty is the UN's Sustainable Development Goal 1.