Issues of Wealth and Poverty

Wealth is not equal: Wealth distribution across the world is uneven, leading to significant disparities. Rates of child labour and its forms vary greatly between low-income and high-income countries.
Causes of poverty: Mismanagement of resources, natural calamities, societal structures, and debt can contribute to poverty.
Effects of poverty: Poverty can lead to malnutrition, poor health, limited education, and reduced life expectancy. It is a breach of human rights as it restricts access to basic necessities.
Religion and poverty: Different religions like Christianity and Islam have teachings about charity, almsgiving, and serving the poor.
Charity work: Organisations such as Christian Aid and Islamic Relief work to alleviate poverty and uphold human rights around the world.
Government responsibilities: Governments are tasked with addressing and reducing poverty and wealth inequality, often through laws and policies.
Consumer responsibility: Some believe it’s individuals’ responsibility, through ethical shopping and fair trade, to address wealth disparity.
Influence of poverty on human rights: Poverty can negatively affect the realisation and enjoyment of all human rights, such as the right to food, health, and education.