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Poverty is one of the most important global issues in the world today with more than 1.4 billion people around the world living on less than $1.25 a day. Poverty hits children hardest, depriving them of what they need to survive, develop and thrive.
The world has the means to end poverty in our lifetime, but we need to work together.
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Should rich countries like Australia do more to help?
How much money should Australia give?
Which countries should Australia help?
Are you aged under 25? We want to hear from 4,000 young people around Australia on what you think about how our Government is helping to fight poverty around the world.
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What’s Australia doing to help?
Earlier this year our Government committed to doubling the amount of money Australia gives to developing countries over the next five years to $8 billion. This may sound like a lot but it’s roughly equal to one cup of coffee a week for every Australian.
This aid has the capacity to save thousands of lives, help reduce poverty and make a big
difference to the lives of millions of people around the world.
UNICEF Australia commends the government for maintaining Australia’s commitment to tackle global poverty. However, playing our part in helping reduce poverty and ensure the survival and well being of children around the world will require long term support and leadership from generations of Australians.
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