Combine AI with citizen science to fight povertyAI can enhance data collection in humanitarian efforts where traditional methods fall short.
Universal basic income vs. welfare: Here's what UBI could mean for America's safety netUniversal basic income could provide flexible financial support as a complement to traditional welfare systems.
Free money? South Africa floats universal basic income for allSouth Africa is considering transforming its state's COVID grant into a universal basic income for all adults, potentially becoming the first country to do so.
Universal basic income vs. welfare: Here's what UBI could mean for America's safety netUniversal basic income could provide flexible financial support as a complement to traditional welfare systems.
Free money? South Africa floats universal basic income for allSouth Africa is considering transforming its state's COVID grant into a universal basic income for all adults, potentially becoming the first country to do so.
Does basic income work? We spoke to 8 families who got it.Guaranteed Basic Income programs show promise in improving lives, providing financial stability and flexibility to low-income Americans.
Universal basic income in the US isn't yet reality, but 16 states have UBI-like programs that give residents cashGuaranteed basic-income programs provide essential financial support to low-income individuals to help them afford necessities like housing and food.
Does basic income work? We spoke to 8 families who got it.Guaranteed Basic Income programs show promise in improving lives, providing financial stability and flexibility to low-income Americans.
Universal basic income in the US isn't yet reality, but 16 states have UBI-like programs that give residents cashGuaranteed basic-income programs provide essential financial support to low-income individuals to help them afford necessities like housing and food.
The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation is one of the world's largest charitable organizations. Here's what to know.The Gates Foundation significantly impacts global health and poverty alleviation with its extensive resources.The organization remains robust and operational after the founders' divorce.
NY families with children under 4 could receive $1,000 per child under Hochul's new proposed tax credit expansion | amNewYorkGov. Kathy Hochul proposes expanding New York's child tax credit, significantly increasing benefits for families with children under age four amidst efforts to combat poverty.
Californians were hoping for two big tax breaks. Why aren't they getting them?Expanded child tax credit and SALT deduction have faced delays in Congress, impacting potential savings for Californian residents.
NY families with children under 4 could receive $1,000 per child under Hochul's new proposed tax credit expansion | amNewYorkGov. Kathy Hochul proposes expanding New York's child tax credit, significantly increasing benefits for families with children under age four amidst efforts to combat poverty.
Californians were hoping for two big tax breaks. Why aren't they getting them?Expanded child tax credit and SALT deduction have faced delays in Congress, impacting potential savings for Californian residents.
Gordon Brown launches London's first multibank' amid UK child poverty fearsThe launch of Felix's Multibank in London marks the latest effort to address poverty by providing essential items through a network of multibanks supported by prominent figures.
A Scarborough food bank is taking on food insecurity with the help of a UN program | CBC NewsFeed Scarborough is successfully tackling food insecurity by integrating the UN sustainable development goals into its operations.
Gordon Brown launches London's first multibank' amid UK child poverty fearsThe launch of Felix's Multibank in London marks the latest effort to address poverty by providing essential items through a network of multibanks supported by prominent figures.
A Scarborough food bank is taking on food insecurity with the help of a UN program | CBC NewsFeed Scarborough is successfully tackling food insecurity by integrating the UN sustainable development goals into its operations.
Salem is giving $500 a month to 100 residents. Here's why.Salem's Uplift program will provide a guaranteed income to 100 residents, studying its effect on poverty.
Royalties for everyone': Suriname president plans to share oil wealthSuriname plans to distribute oil royalties to its citizens, aiming to alleviate poverty and ensure inclusive economic growth from newfound oil wealth.
Sri Lanka President Dissanayake's coalition wins big DW 11/15/2024Anura Kumara Dissanayake's coalition achieved a landslide victory, granting him legislative power to implement poverty alleviation policies in Sri Lanka.
Sri Lanka President Dissanayake's coalition wins big polls DW 11/15/2024Anura Kumara Dissanayake's coalition won a significant majority, enabling enhanced legislative power to address poverty in Sri Lanka.
Sri Lanka President Dissanayake's coalition wins big DW 11/15/2024Anura Kumara Dissanayake's coalition achieved a landslide victory, granting him legislative power to implement poverty alleviation policies in Sri Lanka.
Sri Lanka President Dissanayake's coalition wins big polls DW 11/15/2024Anura Kumara Dissanayake's coalition won a significant majority, enabling enhanced legislative power to address poverty in Sri Lanka.
Los Angeles County Approves Medical Debt Relief for Thousands of ResidentsLA County supervisors voted to buy and forgive medical debt, partnering with Undue Medical Debt, aiming to alleviate financial burdens on residents living in poverty.
Huge benefits' in greater debt relief for lower income countries, study findsLowering debt payments for poor countries could enhance education and health outcomes significantly.
Los Angeles County Approves Medical Debt Relief for Thousands of ResidentsLA County supervisors voted to buy and forgive medical debt, partnering with Undue Medical Debt, aiming to alleviate financial burdens on residents living in poverty.
Huge benefits' in greater debt relief for lower income countries, study findsLowering debt payments for poor countries could enhance education and health outcomes significantly.
Birmingham gave single mothers $375 monthly for a year, no strings attached. Participants felt more financially stable, but 'losing the money hurt.'The Birmingham basic income program supported single mothers, enhancing their financial stability during the pilot, but many faced hardships once it ended.
More and more Gen Zers are struggling to stay in work or school. With $350 monthly, a New Orleans guaranteed income program hoped to change that.New Orleans' guaranteed basic income pilot helped 125 young people by providing $350 monthly, supporting their employment and educational pursuits.
Birmingham gave single mothers $375 monthly for a year, no strings attached. Participants felt more financially stable, but 'losing the money hurt.'The Birmingham basic income program supported single mothers, enhancing their financial stability during the pilot, but many faced hardships once it ended.
More and more Gen Zers are struggling to stay in work or school. With $350 monthly, a New Orleans guaranteed income program hoped to change that.New Orleans' guaranteed basic income pilot helped 125 young people by providing $350 monthly, supporting their employment and educational pursuits.
Dutch city pilots radical debt cancellation scheme for poor familiesArnhem city is canceling debts of the poorest families to break the downward spiral and provide a fresh start.
Parts of Havering facing 'significant deprivation' - reportResidents in deprived areas face significantly lower life expectancy, prompting the council to address poverty through various initiatives.
Canada Disability Benefit won't lift 'hundreds of thousands' out of poverty, new numbers confirm | CBC NewsThe Canada Disability Benefit is anticipated to lift 25,000 individuals with disabilities out of poverty annually, falling short of initial estimates.