Energy Poverty Mitigation Efforts in the Private Rented Sector
This project, supported by the European Union's Horizon 2020 programme, focuses on actions to alleviate energy poverty in the private rented sector (PRS). Initiatives include monitoring energy poverty dimensions, examining policies across the EU, and implementing tailored policies in seven countries
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Understanding Concepts of National Income in Economics
Explore the concepts of national income presented by Dr. Rashmi Pandey, covering key indicators such as Gross National Product (GNP), Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Net National Product (NNP), Net Domestic Product (NDP), Personal Income, Disposable Income, Per Capita Income, and Real Income. Gain ins
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Understanding National Income and Its Importance in Economics
National income is a crucial measure of the value of goods and services produced in an economy. It provides insights into economic growth, living standards, income distribution, and more. Concepts such as GDP, GNP, Personal Income, and Per Capita Income help in understanding the economic health of a
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Understanding the Income Approach to Property Valuation
The income approach to property valuation involves analyzing a property's capacity to generate future income as an indication of its present value. By considering income streams from rent and potential resale, commercial property owners can convert income forecasts into value estimates through proce
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Understanding Income Tax in India: Gross vs Total Income
In India, income tax is calculated based on the total income or taxable total income. The gross total income includes earnings from all sources like salary, property, business, and capital gains. Various additions such as clubbing provisions, adjustments for losses, unexplained credits, investments,
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Understanding Tax Obligations and Assessable Income in Australia
In Australia, residents are taxed on worldwide income while non-residents are taxed only on Australian-sourced income. The tax liability is calculated based on taxable income, tax offsets, other liabilities like Medicare levy, and PAYG credits. Assessable income includes employment income, super pen
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The Borgen Project - Fighting Global Poverty Through Advocacy
The Borgen Project is a global campaign focused on addressing extreme poverty by influencing U.S. and UK foreign policy. Founded by Clint Borgen, the organization mobilizes public support, advocates for poverty-reducing legislation, and challenges myths surrounding global poverty. Through education
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Understanding Poverty: Challenges and Solutions
Exploring the complexities of poverty through the lens of anti-poverty technology, this content discusses the root causes of poverty, such as the poverty trap, physical geography limitations, government fiscal traps, governance failures, and cultural barriers. Highlighting the need for external assi
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Anti-Poverty Practice Framework for Social Work in Northern Ireland
This framework emphasizes the importance of addressing poverty in social work practice in Northern Ireland. It aims to help social workers recognize and respond to the impact of poverty on individuals, families, and communities. Poverty is identified as a major social injustice, and social work prof
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Rethinking Poverty Analysis: Moving Beyond Low-Bar Metrics
Development economics has been dominated by the use of low-bar poverty lines, leading to significant analytical and moral shortcomings. This article challenges the common practice of setting poverty lines based on minimal standards, arguing that such approaches fail to capture the true complexities
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The Impact of Conflict on Women's Poverty: Insights and Analysis
Poverty and conflict are intertwined in complex ways, where conflict reallocates resources away from development, exacerbating poverty levels. Chronic internal wars can lead to chronic poverty, particularly in states with collapsed governance systems. Addressing the multi-layered dynamics of conflic
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Understanding Poverty and Deviance: Stigma and Perspectives
Poverty is not just a lack of material resources but also a social stigma, often associated with immorality and failure. The relationship between poverty and deviance is complex, with societal perceptions shaping the experiences of those in poverty. From blaming the poor for their situation to socie
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Innovations in Multidimensional Poverty Measures in the Dominican Republic
Explore the advancements in poverty measurement through a presentation focusing on the adoption of multidimensional poverty indices in the Dominican Republic. The session delves into various poverty measures used, including the Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) by UNDP, highlighting the country's
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Overview of Nepal MPI 2021 and Multidimensional Poverty Peer Network Meeting
The 8th Annual High-Level Meeting of the Multidimensional Poverty Peer Network (MPPN) was hosted by the Government of Chile on 4-5 October, 2021. Dr. Ram Kumar Phuyal from the Government of Nepal National Planning Commission presented at the event. The meeting discussed poverty, its measurement tech
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National Multidimensional Poverty Analysis and Index in Sri Lanka
The National Multidimensional Poverty Index (NMPI) in Sri Lanka, developed in collaboration with OPHI and DCS, is presented by P.M.P. Anura Kumara. The Alkire and Foster method is used to analyze and measure poverty, considering various dimensions and indicators such as education, health, standard o
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Understanding Sri Lanka's Inland Revenue Act No. 24 of 2017
This content delves into the key aspects of the Inland Revenue Act No. 24 of 2017 in Sri Lanka, covering chargeability of income tax, imposition of income tax, definitions, sources of income, assessable income for residents and non-residents, income tax payable, and income tax base. It provides valu
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Understanding Populations in Homelessness and Poverty Presentation
This presentation by the Community Transportation Association of the Northwest, presented by Ryan Acker, delves into the importance of understanding homelessness and poverty. It highlights the challenges faced by vulnerable populations, such as homeless individuals, those living in poverty, people w
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Addressing Child Poverty in Schools: Strategies and Support
There is a concerning rise in child poverty impacting young students, with many attending school without proper breakfast. Glasgow, for instance, has one in two children living in poverty. To tackle this issue, schools are advised to be vigilant for signs of hunger in the classroom and implement who
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Understanding Income from House Property in Taxation
House property income refers to rent received from properties owned by an individual, charged under income tax. It is based on the concept of annual value, representing the expected rental income or market value of the property. The annual value is taxable under the head "Income from House Property.
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Tower Hamlets Borough Profile - Poverty Data 2020
Tower Hamlets in 2020 saw a significant decrease in deprivation levels compared to 2015-2019, although 60% of the borough remains in the 30% most deprived areas of England. Child and elderly poverty rates are notably high, with in-work poverty also on the rise. Various welfare reforms have impacted
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The Borgen Project - Fighting Global Poverty with Advocacy
Working to combat extreme poverty, The Borgen Project is a national campaign advocating for poverty reduction at the forefront of U.S. foreign policy. Founded by Clint Borgen, the organization mobilizes citizens, educates on advocacy, and challenges misconceptions about addressing global poverty. By
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Poverty Measurement in Mauritius: An Overview of Monetary and Non-Monetary Approaches
The measurement of poverty in Mauritius involves multidimensional assessments using both monetary and non-monetary approaches. The country's national priorities include poverty eradication, improving well-being, and ensuring inclusive growth. The monetary approach assesses poverty based on the Relat
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Poverty Alleviation Programmes in India: A Historical Perspective
Poverty alleviation programmes in India have been a significant focus of government initiatives over the years. From the First Five Year Plan in 1951 to the Eleventh Five Year Plan in 2007, various schemes and efforts have been implemented to reduce poverty and improve the standard of living for tho
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Understanding Residuary Income and Taxable Sources
Residuary income, under section 56(1), includes all income not excluded from total income and subjected to income tax under "Income from other sources." Certain specific incomes listed in section 56(2) are taxable, such as dividends, winnings, employee contributions, interest on securities, and inco
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Understanding Clubbing of Income in Taxation
Clubbing of income refers to including another person's income in the taxpayer's total income to prevent tax avoidance practices like transferring assets to family members. This concept is addressed in sections 60 to 64 of the Income Tax Act. Key terms include transferor, transferee, revocable trans
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Rwanda Poverty Panel Report: Insights on Poverty and Economic Growth
The report by the National Institute of Statistics of Rwanda delves into the evolution of GDP, poverty measurement, poverty dynamics, economic growth impact on poverty, and more. Key topics covered include changes in GDP, poverty rates over time, and correlates of poverty movements.
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Understanding Poverty and Direct Interventions in Economics
The lecture notes explore the issues of persistent poverty due to various shocks and the challenges in eliminating global poverty. It discusses the policy debates surrounding direct interventions, economic arguments, constraints, and targeting strategies. The complexity of poverty eradication throug
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Understanding Energy Poverty and Its Impact on Fuel Poverty in Europe
Evaluating the impact of energy efficiency on fuel poverty, this study examines the emergence of energy poverty in the EU, factors driving fuel poverty across Europe, and UK's definition of fuel poverty. It discusses various policies and strategies implemented to address fuel poverty, emphasizing th
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Evaluation of Labour Reforms 1945-51 and Their Impact on Poverty Alleviation
Following their landslide victory in 1945, the Labour Government under Clement Attlee implemented a series of reforms aimed at addressing poverty in post-WWII Britain. The Beveridge Report highlighted the giants of poverty - Want, Disease, Idleness, Squalor, and Ignorance - serving as the blueprint
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Evolution of Progressive Income Tax Systems
The concept of modern progressive income tax, developed in the early 20th century in countries like the UK, US, France, India, and Argentina, is based on the principle of a comprehensive tax base encompassing various income categories. The system involves effective vs. marginal tax rates, different
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Understanding Non-Income Dimensions of Poverty and Inequality
Exploring the various non-income dimensions of poverty, this lecture discusses child development, demographics, schooling, gender disparities, nutrition, and violence as critical factors influencing poverty levels globally. Highlighting the impact of early childhood nutrition, cognitive abilities, a
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Global Perspectives on Poverty and Inequality
Explore dimensions of poverty and inequality worldwide through images and data on living conditions, GDP per capita, household income, and life expectancy in various countries. Learn about income distribution, family living conditions, and the Dollar Street project revealing disparities in lifestyle
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Exploring Immigration's Impact on Income Inequality
The presentation delves into the relationship between immigration and income inequality, analyzing data on income distributions among voters, non-voting citizens, and non-citizens in PA. It discusses the log-normal distribution as an approximation for income distribution and examines the ratio of me
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Understanding Poverty: Impact, Injustice, and Equality
Exploring the multifaceted nature of poverty, this content delves into the impact of poverty on individuals in America, highlighting challenges faced like lack of access to basic services, healthcare, and financial resources. It also touches on societal attitudes towards poverty, emphasizing the nee
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Concluding Observations on Child Poverty in Belgium
The concluding observations on child poverty in Belgium highlight concerns regarding the impact of measures taken to reduce child poverty, with specific emphasis on families facing unemployment, inadequate housing, and vulnerable children. Recommendations include developing a rights-based poverty st
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Types of Ration Cards in India and Their Benefits
In India, there are 5 types of ration cards - Priority Household (PHH), Antyodaya (AAY), APL (Above Poverty Line), BPL (Below Poverty Line), and AAY (Antyodaya). Each card serves a specific category of households, providing different amounts of food grain allocation per month. The PHH card is for el
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Understanding Poverty and Inequality: A Recap and Conclusions
The course recap delves into the historical and current debates on poverty and inequality globally, spanning economic theories and evidence. It highlights progress in reducing absolute poverty but challenges in addressing relative poverty and inequalities within and between countries, emphasizing th
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Understanding Child Poverty in the Arab Region: Insights from the Arab Multidimensional Poverty Reports
The Arab Multidimensional Poverty Reports shed light on child poverty, emphasizing the importance of focusing on children's well-being alongside household-level measurements. The reports utilize the Arab-MODA framework to measure child poverty, assessing various dimensions such as health, education,
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Update on Multidimensional Poverty Measurement in Vietnam: Insights from 2016-2021 Data Analysis
Explore the latest findings on multidimensional poverty in Vietnam based on indicators from 2016 to 2021, including rates, indices, censored headcount ratios, and deprivation contributions, highlighting regional disparities and strategies for poverty reduction through targeted policies. Learn about
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Understanding Time Poverty and Income Poverty in Argentina
Measuring unpaid care and domestic work (UCDW) is crucial in assessing gender, time, and income poverty in Argentina. The Levy Institute Measure of Time and Income Poverty (LIMTIP) combines income and UCDW time requirements to determine poverty levels. Time deficits, when not compensated for, can le
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