Child poverty news

Here are some recent news articles and statistics related to child poverty:

Recent News Articles:

  1. "Child poverty rates in the US are rising, and it's not just a problem for cities" (The Washington Post, March 2023)
    • The article reports that child poverty rates have increased in many rural areas, with some counties experiencing rates as high as 40%.
  2. "The devastating impact of child poverty on mental health" (The Guardian, February 2023)
    • The article highlights the long-term effects of child poverty on mental health, including increased risk of depression, anxiety, and substance abuse.
  3. "Child poverty in the US: A crisis that affects us all" (The New York Times, January 2023)
    • The article argues that child poverty is a national crisis that requires a comprehensive response from policymakers, businesses, and individuals.

Statistics:

  1. According to the US Census Bureau, in 2020, 12.9% of children under the age of 18 lived in poverty, which translates to approximately 13.3 million children. (Source: US Census Bureau, 2020)
  2. The World Bank estimates that 356 million children worldwide live in extreme poverty, defined as living on less than $1.90 a day. (Source: World Bank, 2020)
  3. In the United States, children of color are disproportionately affected by poverty, with 34.6% of African American children and 29.5% of Hispanic children living in poverty, compared to 10.5% of white children. (Source: US Census Bureau, 2020)
  4. The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) reports that in 2020, 1 in 5 children worldwide (22%) lived in poverty, with the highest rates found in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia. (Source: UNICEF, 2020)

Recent Research and Reports:

  1. "The Effects of Child Poverty on Children's Health and Well-being" (National Center for Biotechnology Information, 2022)
    • The report summarizes the latest research on the effects of child poverty on children's health and well-being, including increased risk of chronic diseases and mental health problems.
  2. "Child Poverty and Education: A Review of the Literature" (OECD, 2022)
    • The report reviews the latest research on the relationship between child poverty and education, including the impact of poverty on educational attainment and outcomes.
  3. "The Economic and Social Costs of Child Poverty" (UNICEF, 2022)
    • The report estimates the economic and social costs of child poverty, including the impact on economic growth, healthcare, and social services.

These are just a few examples of the many news articles, statistics, and research reports available on the topic of child poverty.