Education is one of the most powerful tools you can possess; it not only teaches you necessary life skills but also gives you the necessary knowledge for the many future endeavors you’ll encounter as life goes on. Statistics show children from low-income families face more educational setbacks and obstacles than those from higher-income families. Consequently, establishes a cycle that, in the opinion of many professionals, cannot be broken without proper education.
The cycle of poverty is a complex issue that many people are unsure of how to address. Many children that grow up in poverty will potentially face more obstacles in their homes and schools as they continue to grow. Consider the number of children that worry about having food in their homes, and what their next meal will be. For them, concentration and the ability to retain new information during school hours may be substantially hindered, further leading to emotional or behavioral issues. Many schools in these low-income areas are also ill-equipped to provide students with the necessary resources for quality education; increasing the probability of continuing the poverty cycle.
How do we break the poverty cycle?
Well, it’s not easy. But there are some things we can do.
First off: education. We know that education is the best way out of poverty, but it doesn’t have to be a traditional public school or private school—we’ve got lots of options that are right for you and your family!
Second: support. We want you to know that you aren’t alone! There are tons of organizations out there that want to help you and your family, but they need your help too. They can’t do it without you!
Third: community support. Working together is what makes us strong! Helping each other out means that by the end of the day everyone wins—and everyone gets a little bit closer to breaking the poverty cycle once and for all!
I think the main takeaway from this is that we should all be a little bit more aware of our surroundings. Kids who grow up in poverty often have a lot of obstacles to face, mostly because adults like us aren't making an effort to understand the situation and make conditions better for them. We're not suggesting that you go out and donate your entire paycheck, but paying attention to what's going on around you—being a bit more aware—could make the world just a little bit better for someone else. And that's at least worth considering, right?
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