International Day for the Eradication of Poverty

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Related Hashtags	#IDEP2022, #Poverty, #ChewOnThis
2022 Date	October 17, 2022
2023 Date	October 17, 2023

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International Day for the Eradication of Poverty in 2022

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International Day for the Eradication of Poverty History

International Day for the Eradication of Poverty seeks to raise awareness about the plights of those in poverty. This day aims to remind everyone that a sustainable future requires everyone from all backgrounds to come together and help one another in a time of need. It further aims to ensure that those living in poverty maintain their rights as human beings.

International Day for the Eradication of Poverty was first observed in 1987 by the UN. It is observed annually on October 17th.

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Of course, there’s more work to be done. And as we mark the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, we recommit to making life more affordable for Canadians – and to working with partners to end poverty here at home and around the world. https://t.co/OOowWJHDBX
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) October 17, 2022

On this International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, I'm renewing my call for Doug Ford to #DoubleODSP immediately. Far too many Ontarians w/ disabilities are forced to live in legislated poverty by the Ford govt. It's wrong & needs to change. 1/3 #onpoli #EndPoverty
— Mike Schreiner (@MikeSchreiner) October 17, 2022

On International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, I’d like to thank @Disability_WP for raising awareness of the unacceptable income gaps that persons with disabilities face in Canada. https://t.co/8tGvKfMrLe
— Carla Qualtrough (@CQualtro) October 17, 2022

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International Day for the Eradication of Poverty Facts

The theme for International Day for the Eradication of Poverty in 2019 was Acting Together to Empower Children, their Families and Communities to End Poverty.
80% of the world lives on less than $10 a day according to
1.1 billion people lack access to clean water. 2.6 billion lack access to basic sanitation.
1.6 billion people (25% of the world) live without electricity.