What does social security support look like in the US’ highly fragmented welfare system? How do cash assistance and food stamps support families in need? What has the notion of ‘End Welfare as We K…

We’re trying something new! With 10 episodes of Poverty Unpacked Chats under our belt, we are now going to use the bi-monthly slot to celebrate! Every two months, we’ll give a shout out…

What if welfare policy is premised on trust and dignity, rather than suspicion and punishment? What if people in poverty were truly supported rather than monitored and sanctioned? “At the end of th…

“For the oppressed, housing has always been in crisis. So, for many people, the housing crisis isn’t anything new. It feels like a crisis but for them it’s been a permanent reality … the only reaso…

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Addressing poverty and hardship in schools requires looking at all aspects of children’s lives and the whole eco-system surrounding children and their families. From small but powerful tweaks…

It’s July – summer in the northern hemisphere! As things have quieted down around us, this month’s chat is about two pieces of research recently published by our host Keetie Roele…

Time for a new round up of news on all things #poverty! Much to report this month, see full list of items and links to resources below. Two reports from the Global Coalition to End Child Poverty Wh…

Time for a new round up of news on all things #poverty! Much to report this month, see full list of items and links to resources below. Two reports from the Global Coalition to End Child Poverty Wh…

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Ending poverty requires mass movements. Charitable actions by individuals can make an important difference but are ultimately a drop in the bucket. Real change only happens when people come togethe…

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Diana Skelton’s deeply insightful and enriching biography of Mary Rabagliati, a woman who dedicated her life to anti-poverty work

Ending poverty requires mass movements. Charitable actions by individuals can make an important difference but are ultimately a drop in the bucket. Real change only happens when people come togethe…

Ending poverty requires mass movements. Charitable actions by individuals can make an important difference but are ultimately a drop in the bucket. Real change only happens when people come togethe…

How are recent government welfare cuts affecting child poverty in the UK? In this video, Dr Keetie Roelen shares the current situation many families are facing, and the proposed solutions for addres...

The long-running dispute, now in its sixth week, has seen uncollected waste pile up in some areas.

About 31% of children are living in relative poverty after housing costs, government figures show.

Homelessness in the UK is on the rise. This includes people sleeping rough as well as families with children living in temporary accommodation. Moving out of homelessness and into securing housing …

Fair By Design is dedicated to eliminating the poverty premium in the UK. Discover our mission to ensure essential products and services are accessible and affordable for everyone, regardless of…

A new exhibition highlights food inequality after the Food Foundation reveals healthy diet is growing more expensive than alternatives.