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International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, 17 October 2020

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What is the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty (IDEP)? The International Day for the Eradication of Poverty (IDEP) is a day for awareness, activism, and advocacy actions against poverty, marked every year on 17th October. This year’s 2020 IDEP theme is, Acting Together To Achieve Social And Environmental Justice For All. Social and environmental justice ensures a world in which …

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Teacher beyond borders

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A career choice conversation with most teachers in Kenya ends up with them, regrettably saying they only became teachers after missing out on their desired careers. But that is not the case for Fahima Ali. Hers is a case of passion and desire to create the change she wants to see in society- passion and …

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Preventing Violent Extremism and Promoting Human Rights – the UN approach

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In response to the global threat of violent extremism, the United Nations (UN) has adopted a comprehensive approach that involves aligning ongoing interventions with the goals of preventing violent extremism (PVE) while aspiring to use human rights-based approaches as opposed to the conventional hard-security counterterrorism responses. Unfortunately, there has been inadequate research on how the …

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Uncounted poor children in poverty measurement and monitoring: Who are they?

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  While these household surveys are a massive leap forward in terms of providing reliable monetary and multidimensional poverty estimates, they may underestimate the magnitude of child poverty. However, certain groups of children, often the poorest or those vulnerable to poverty and deprivation, may in fact be missed out by such surveys –or their poverty …

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Why is it important to focus and report on Child Poverty?

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Addressing the challenges faced by children in poverty begins with accurate and consistent measurement of monetary child poverty. The Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) indicator 1.2.1 specifies the reporting of the proportion of the population living below the national poverty line, and this should be disaggregated by children. The SDG target is for countries to halve …

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The Convention on the Rights of the Child

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The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC) is a comprehensive, internationally bonding treaty on the rights of children; adopted on 20th November 1989 by the United Nations General Assembly. This year (2019) marks the 30th anniversary since adoption of the CRC.

5 Good Reasons to Celebrate IDEP

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International Days, established by the United Nations or other relevant bodies presents us with a perfect opportunity to engage intensified efforts towards eradication of child poverty. Such efforts go a long way in fulfilling our role in interfaith advocacy and lobbying.

Poverty – From a Child’s Perspective

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Poverty may have varied definitions and perspectives for different groups of people. Several children across the globe were asked to respond to the question: “What does it mean to be poor?” The following is a cross-section of their responses:

Youth Education and The Sustainable Development

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Creating awareness amongst today’s youngsters on the issue of sustainable development is not just a matter of teaching, it is about inspiring action.Education is central to development. It is the primary vehicle by which economically and socially marginalized adults and children can lift themselves out of poverty, better understand and improve their health, create sustainable …

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Youth, Peace and Security

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“Who is a youth?” is probably the question on your mind at the moment. The United Nations, defines ‘Youth’, as those persons between the ages of 15 and 24 years, without prejudice to other definitions by Member States.

A Unified Call to Protect and Uphold Children’s Rights

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Youth leaders within the YouthInAction network together with those from the African Children and Youth Network for Human Rights/Réseau des Enfants et Jeunes Africains pour les Droits Humains (REJADH) have called for the need to promote and uphold children’s rights in commemoration this year’s Day of the African Child. Both the youths networks are part …

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Temporary Education Centre a ray of hope for Children in Methotamulla, Sri Lanka

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When we arrived in the informal settlement of Methotamulla in Sri Lanka, we found Fathima Silmiya, a 16 year old girl preparing for her grade 11 exams. But Silmiya knows too well the uncertainty that lies ahead of her. “When it rains, our home gets flooded, my books are damaged and the environment stinks. This …

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In Commemoration of Day of Prayer and Action for Children, Children in Nairobi plant fruit trees

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Recently, the World commemorated the Day of Children. The same day (20 November) marks the Day of Prayer and Action (DPAC) for children, a day when faith communities come together to pray and take action for the wellbeing of children. Being true to this, Arigatou International – Nairobi would come together with about 56 children …

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The Media – A Crucial Tool to Ending Child Poverty

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Aware of the crucial role of the media in promoting strategies towards poverty eradication, Search For Justice; a member of the Global Network of Religions for Children (GNRC) in Pakistan organized a media briefing in commemoration of the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, 17 October 2018.

Showing Love to Children Improves Their Self-Confidence

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Commemorating the International Day for Eradication of Poverty would not have been attained in Kenya without ‘spreading love’ at a children’s home. Arigatou International – Nairobi in partnership with Centre of Sustainable Conflict Resolution (CSCR), a member of GNRC, visited the Good Samaritan Children’s Home and Rehabilitation Center in Mathare, Nairobi, Kenya. Welcomed by Ms. …

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Ending Child Poverty: Enabling and Listening to the Voices of Children

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“Every child has the right to a life free of poverty.” Today, as the world commemorates the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty (IDEP) under the theme “Coming Together With Those Furthest Behind To Build An Inclusive World Of Universal Respect For Human Rights And Dignity,” it is imperative to remember that, despite the …

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Growth plus some: Indonesia Getting Results for Targeted Investing in Children

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Special social support needed to support vulnerable children even during rapid economic growth. Well targeted and resourced social programmes are needed and effective for achieving Early Childhood Development (ECD) targets even in an environment of sustained economic growth. This was the key message from Hon. Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita, Minister for Social Affairs, Republic of Indonesia, …

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Faith Actors Challenged to Spearhead Advocacy for Greater Investment in Early Childhood Development

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Faith Inspired actors have a historic opportunity to spearhead scaling up investing in early childhood development through the agency of human capital development. Speaking at the “Results for Children: Faith Actors High Level Advocacy Forum on Investing in Early Childhood Development,” Ms. Edith Jibounoh, Manager for Global Stakeholder Engagement at the World Bank, urged faith …

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Youth, Media and Violent Extremism

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Social media is the new arena of violent extremism with their strengths being Facebook, Twitter and YouTube stated Mr. Abdulswamad Alawi. He added that terrorist organizations use social media platforms to recruit, train and communicate with their followers, supporters, donors and potential recruits.

Why Mentor the Youth?

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Most of us have come across or heard of the phrase: “The youth are the leaders of tomorrow,” But how are the future leaders developed? This is the question that we should ponder over and look at the current dynamics on approach to good leadership.

Can Interfaith Communication Prevent Violent Extremism?

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Can effective interfaith communication help prevent and counter violent extremism? Definitely yes. Effective communication paves the pathway for people from different faiths to know each other better. It allows the fostering of mutual understanding and thereby leaves little room for the misuse of religion to fuel violent extremism.

Coimbatore Peace Festival 2018 – A platform for Peace Building

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“We can draw strength from youth and from their common commitment to the well–being of all.” This is the underlying principle in the oncoming Coimbatore Peace Festival under the theme: ‘Stand up for Peace.’ The Festival is set to take place on 9th August 2018 in Sarojini Nataraj Auditorium, Kikani Higher Secondary School, Coimbatore, India …

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Gen Fest 2018: Beyond All Borders.

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Youth from Arigatou International’s global community participated in the 11th Edition of the GenFest, held in Manila, Philippines, 6th – 8th July 2018. Led by Mr. Vijayaragavan Gopal from Shanti Ashram, India, the team used this opportunity to present the unique ‘India Poverty Solutions’ initiative, as a youth-led innovation towards ending child poverty.

Still Left Behind

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Save the Children today launched its seminal report, “Still Left Behind” which tracks the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and their outcomes for children. Coinciding with the ongoing United Nations High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development, the report underscores the need for countries and international agencies to take urgent steps to implement the SDG pledge …

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Empowering girls against Gender Based Violence through Education.

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Sustainable Development Goals represent a worldwide commitment to ending poverty, protecting the environment and promoting peace and prosperity. Progress on many of the goals including good health and wellbeing, gender equality and reduced inequalities could be achieved by ending Gender Based Violence (GBV). When women and girls are able to live healthy, safe lives free …

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Leave No Child Behind

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Children in Africa are highly affected by unstable economies, extreme violence and injustices which render them poor, yet they form a bulk of the population in the continent. Such acts of violence and injustices deny them the basic rights of education, nutrition, healthcare and even shelter. The World Bank Group and UNICEF in 2016 reported …

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People of Faith Taking Action!

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As part of End Child Poverty’s Right to Education and Strengthening of the Women Care Givers programmes and our resolve to end all violence against children, End Child Poverty partnered with ICAN to support a community learning center that provides education and social skills to the Rohngya refugee children in Kuala Lumpur.

Religious Leaders and Faith based Organizations take action on Violence Against Children

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Religious leaders play an important role in communities and they are well positioned to support families to adapt to parenting skills that enrich the health and development of the child, not just physically but also emotionally and spiritually. Through Religious contexts, the religious leaders are able to promote good ethics, values, and strengthen community bonds …

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Children and Youth as Peacemakers

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Violence results not only in poverty but also creates more violence. This vicious circle of violence and impunity transforms many vulnerable groups into agents that replicate abuse and mistreatment from one generation to another, thereby causing unemployment, economic downturns and instability. Violence has a devastating impact on a poor person’s struggle from poverty, seriously undermines …

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My take on the link between Child Poverty and Violence Against Children.

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As I was listening to Rev. Nyabera, Rev. Taylor, Prof. Quatrucci and Mr. Morgan, two perspectives came into my mind through the wisdom shared by Mahatma Gandhi and Mother Teresa. Upon integrating these 2 compassionate minds, I’ve come to a realization as Gandhi said that Poverty indeed, is the worst form of violence… And why is …

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New Joint Efforts to End Violence Against Children

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ISSUED 14th May 2017 – PANAMA CITY, PANAMA; NAIROBI, KENYA; SANTIAGO; CHILE; TOKYO, JAPAN; Five hundred faith leaders from 70 countries, joined by representatives of governments, the United Nations, and international and grassroots organizations, have made a solemn commitment to greater effort and cooperation in the cause of ending violence against children. The leaders met …

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The GNRC 5th Forum

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The GNRC 5th Forum will take place on 9, 10 and 11 May 2017 in Panama City, Panama.The GNRC 5th Forum will include plenary sessions, panel discussions, expert presentations and reflections on the three key thematic areas bringing together Four-hundred religious leaders, members of diverse faith communities, leaders of faith-based organizations United Nations officials, and representatives …

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Our Two Cents on Youth Civic Engagement

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The recently launched United Nations World Youth Report, Youth Civic Engagement, highlights that, by engaging in civic activities, young people can help create the types of communities that are needed for positive youth development.

International Research Conference on ; Putting Children First

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The International conference “Putting Children First – Identifying solutions and taking action to tackle poverty and inequality in Africa”, will be held on October 23-25, 2017 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The event will be co-hosted by Equity for Children partners, the Comparative Research Programme on Poverty (CROP) and the Global Coalition to End Child Poverty …

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Winter Youth Assembly, 2017

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Launched in 2004, the Winter Youth Assembly takes place at the United Nations Headquarters twice a year and gathers the brightest and most active young leaders from across the globe to tackle our world’s greatest challenges.

16 Days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence

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The impact of Gender Based Violence on children lasts well into their adult life. Beyond the direct and short-term consequences of Gender Based Violence, children who grow up in families where there is violence or the children witness violence are more likely to have emotional and behavioural problems.

Investment in prevention and social accountability key to ending Child Poverty and Violence : Part 2

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Children need actionable commitments from all stakeholders especially government. The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) provides hope and a promising start since there are clear indicators under goals 5 and 16. However, it is crucial not only to support, but hold accountable countries to translate these commitments into concrete actions at national and sub-national level.

Is Violent Extremism Real or Imagined?

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Arigatou International’s End Child Poverty and the Global Network of Religions for Children collaborated with Norwegian Church Aid and ICCO Cooperation in hosting a Regional Youth Forum on Countering Violent Extremism (CVE). Violent Extremism is one of the biggest challenges facing humanity today. Several factors push and pull youth towards violent extremism. It is important …

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Doctors group calls on pediatricians to address child poverty

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For pediatricians, a routine visit is a chance to chat with parents about their child’s vaccinations, sleep patterns, nutrition and TV time. But new guidelines say that with nearly half of American children living in poverty or close to that line, pediatricians need to broach another health-related matter with mom or dad: Are you having …

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U-turn by government over changes to measurements of child poverty

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The government has been forced into retreat after agreeing that it should continue to report lack of money as a measure of child poverty. Ministers wanted to remove a statutory duty to publish levels of UK household income as part of the welfare reform and work bill but have now accepted, after a battle with …

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Arigatou International Endorses the Moral Imperative to End Extreme Poverty

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Arigatou International joined over 50 global organisations and religious leaders in expressing formal support for the process to end extreme poverty by 2030, led by the World Bank Group’s 188 member countries. Through the joint statement, Ending Extreme Poverty: A Moral and Spiritual Imperative, Arigatou International’s President, Rev. Keishi Miyamoto, made a commitment to end …

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Message for the 2015 International Day for the Eradication of Poverty By Rev. Keishi Miyamoto, President, Arigatou International

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Last month, for the International Day of Peace, I wrote about how crucial it is that we build a world where every child can grow up free from violence, safe and sound. But war and armed conflict are not the only forms of violence destroying the precious lives of our children. In fact, it can …

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A Call to Action on International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, 17 October 2015

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    “It is the little things citizens do. That’s what will make the difference” Wangari Maathai, Nobel Peace Laureate 2004.   Finally, it comes to this, the little things that each one of us can do to end child poverty. This last September, assembled at the United Nations in New York, the global community- in …

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