International Day for Eradication of Poverty

Ankur Nikam

17 October

It’s a global call to action to end poverty in all its forms, recognizing it as a violation of human rights and dignity. 

2025 Theme

"Ending Social and Institutional maltreatment by ensuring respect and effective support for families".

Poverty

Poverty is a multidimensional issue. It's not just a lack of money, but a denial of Dignity, Justice, and Belonging.

The Hidden Injustice

Families living in poverty often face stigma, judgement and punitive practices from systems meant to help them.

A Solution

From Control to Care; Services must be built on trust, prioritizing respectful, person-centred interaction.

Support

We must rebalance investments away from monitoring and towards family strengthening services.

Family Well-Being

providing income support, quality childcare, adequate housing and mental care.

SDG1: No Poverty

Ending Poverty is the UN's Sustainable Development Goal 1.

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