Why have i chosen to do Poverty???

I have chosen the issue of Poverty because I really feel strongly about it and I think that people can make a difference.

This issue affects me emotionally, as I think it unjust that 1 in 2 children in the world have no choice but to live in Poverty. Even though it makes me feel lucky that i'm not poor, I feel appalled at the conditions that people in third world countries live in. I am also really ashamed that richer countries take advantage of the poor ones and use for example cheap/child labour.

My choice has been influenced by a personal experience. My family sponsors children in third world countries, and i have seen the difference it can make. These children don't even have access to safe water!!!

Poverty is a huge issue and i would like to know more about what we can do to help.