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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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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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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Understanding Software Testing Metrics and Tools
Software testing metrics play a crucial role in evaluating the quality and progress of the testing process. Metrics provide valuable insights into the readiness, quality, and completeness of a product. By measuring attributes such as defects, testing efficiency, and productivity, organizations can m
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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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Responsible Use of Publication Metrics in Research Assessment
Explore the responsible usage of publication metrics in research evaluation for hiring, promotion, grants, and papers. The session discusses the flaws of metrics, alternatives, critical analysis, and advocacy supported by DORA and the Leiden manifesto. Learn about the types of metrics used, provider
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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 Software Measurement and Metrics in Software Engineering
Software measurement plays a crucial role in assessing the size, quantity, and quality of software products and processes. It involves direct and indirect measurement methods to monitor and improve software quality, predict future outcomes, and manage project budgets and schedules. Software metrics
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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 Key Dashboard Metrics for Business Management
In today's data-driven world, companies rely on various metrics and tools to make informed decisions and track performance. From HR metrics to manufacturing and finance indicators, this article explores the importance of data in driving business success. Dive into common dashboard metrics, the role
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Understanding Software Process and Project Metrics
Measures, metrics, and indicators play crucial roles in software engineering, providing quantitative insights into product attributes and processes. While measures indicate extent or size, metrics relate individual measures to draw meaningful conclusions. Process metrics track long-term improvements
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Analysis of Onion Routing Security and Adversary-based Metrics
In this comprehensive analysis, the security aspects of Onion Routing are scrutinized along with adversary-based metrics. Various security vulnerabilities such as compromised relays and potential attacks on the first and last routers are examined. Existing metrics like entropy coefficients and proba
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Metrics Utilization in Federal Audit Organizations
Utilizing metrics in audit organizations is crucial for performance evaluation and strategic planning. Factors to consider include reliability of data, stakeholder priorities, and providing solutions for organizational challenges. Common metrics such as cost savings, cycle time, client satisfaction,
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Federal Audit Practices and Metrics Evaluation
This content discusses the identification and compilation of internal and external metrics in the Federal audit community, factors in annual audit planning, survey development on internal reporting, external reporting, and annual planning. It also covers objectives of audit practices, feedback recei
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Evaluation Metrics for IEEE 802.11-14/0107 HEW Proposal
Evaluation metrics play a crucial role in assessing WLAN system performance and achieving the objectives of High Efficiency WLAN (HEW). This proposal by Yonggang Fang et al. from ZTE outlines the key evaluation metrics recommended for evaluating HEW performance, including area throughput, average th
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Understanding Metrics for Research Impact Assessment
Metrics play a crucial role in assessing the academic impact of research outputs. They provide valuable indicators that need to be interpreted to enhance your research narrative. This overview covers generating, tracking, and measuring metrics with examples of tools and strategies for traditional an
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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 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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Understanding Evaluation Metrics in Machine Learning
Evaluation metrics play a crucial role in assessing the performance of machine learning models. They help quantify how well a model is achieving a specific business objective, guiding efforts to improve performance, and track progress over time. Through metrics like accuracy, precision, recall, and
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Understanding Evaluation Metrics in Machine Learning
Explanation of the importance of metrics in machine learning, focusing on binary classifiers, thresholding, point metrics like accuracy and precision, summary metrics such as AU-ROC and AU-PRC, and the role of metrics in addressing class imbalance and failure scenarios. The content covers training o
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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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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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Understanding Poverty and Education Disparities in Ohio
Explore the various factors contributing to education and poverty disparities in Ohio through data on achievement gaps, graduation rates, dropout rates, and risk of developmental delays in children. Delve into the conditions of poverty in different counties in Ohio, highlighting situational and gene
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Multi-Dimensional Poverty Analysis in Namibia
Namibia conducted a Multi-Dimensional Poverty Analysis presented at a high-level meeting in Seychelles in July 2019. The analysis covered various aspects such as population statistics, poverty rates, food insecurity, literacy rate, GDP, and more. It highlighted the methodology used, dimensions, indi
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The Important Role of Equivalence Scales in Poverty Dynamics
Equivalence scales play a crucial role in measuring household welfare and poverty dynamics in Russia. This study explores the impact of adjusting scales on poverty lines, chronic poverty, and income mobility using subjective well-being data. The findings reveal higher elasticity for adding adults to
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Metrics and Lessons Learned for Object-Oriented Projects
This chapter discusses various metrics and lessons learned for object-oriented projects, including the use of major OO metrics, Lorenz's metrics, IBM's Object Oriented Technology Council recommendations, and the CK metrics suite. The CK metrics suite covers six OO design and complexity measures, suc
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EOSDIS FY2010 Annual Metrics Report
The EOSDIS FY2010 Annual Metrics Report provides an overview of data metrics and web activities at the Earth Observation System Data and Information System (EOSDIS) data centers during Fiscal Year 2010. The report includes statistics on data ingest, archive, distribution, and web metrics collected b
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The Link Between Wealth, Well-Being, and Poverty Alleviation in Catholic Social Thought
Wealth and poverty are intertwined concepts where the creation of good wealth is vital for alleviating poverty. Despite wealth's potential to bring happiness and security, improper wealth creation can fuel poverty. This discussion delves into the complexities of wealth, its societal impact, and the
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Understanding Poverty, Racial Wealth Gap, and Tax Fairness
This training program is designed to review basic information on poverty, inequality, and the racial wealth gap, understand the creation and perpetuation of the racial wealth gap, learn about policy tools to narrow the gap, and empower individuals to take action towards ending hunger and poverty. Th
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Understanding Poverty: Definitions and Dimensions
In this lecture, the concept of poverty is explored, covering definitions, characteristics, and sociological perspectives. It delves into absolute and relative poverty distinctions, global poverty lines, and the multidimensional nature of poverty as outlined by the United Nations. The discussion emp
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Child Poverty Analysis: Lessons for Global Action
Explore the deep and extreme child poverty issues across rich and poor nations, drawing insights from discussions on child poverty, Millennium Development Goals, sustainable development goals, and historical income classifications among middle-income countries. Discover the roles of labor markets, p
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