The National Smart Slum Upgrading and Prevention Strategy in Uganda addresses the challenges faced by slum residents, focusing on improving living conditions, preventing future slum growth, and integrating participatory measures for sustainable development. The strategy outlines the context of slum

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Khumbulani Maphosa, a PhD Candidate and MIHR Director, is championing the rights to water, sanitation, housing, and a safe environment for slum dwellers in Zimbabwe. Despite the illegal status of slum settlements in Zimbabwean policies, the constitution recognizes basic rights like clean water and h

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In this poignant poem by Stephen Spender, the stark reality of social injustice and inequality is vividly portrayed through the innocent faces of children in a slum classroom. The contrasting imagery of a world untouched by poverty and despair with the grim surroundings of the classroom highlights t

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Meherjan, a resident of a slum on the Sirajgonj Town Protection Embankment, is portrayed facing the harsh realities of river erosion in Bangladesh. The erosion of the Jamuna River has stripped her of her family, livelihood, and happiness, leaving her in poverty and isolation. This poignant narrative

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Wealth inequality and urban challenges present contrasting pictures in Leeds, England, and Mumbai, India. While Leeds boasts wealthy suburbs and sustainability initiatives, Mumbai grapples with housing shortages, slum development, water supply issues, and air pollution. The two cities showcase the c

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The UK has been engaged in the urban sector in India for over 30 years, focusing on slum infrastructure development initially and transitioning towards sustainable development and smart urban growth. The emerging priority is smart urbanisation, aiming to build inclusive and climate-resilient cities

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The poem "An Elementary School Classroom in a Slum" by Stephen Spender vividly portrays the challenges faced by children living in poverty. These children feel disconnected from a world full of hope and love, depicted by Shakespeare and maps showing a beautiful world beyond their reach. Living in cr

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Marginalized children are those confined to the fringes of society, denied access to mainstream opportunities. This group includes those with disabilities, health issues, poverty-stricken, and those from marginalized groups. They face discrimination, stigmatization, and limited opportunities, impact

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Meherjan, a woman living in a slum on the riverbank, faces the harsh reality of river erosion as her land and shelter are consumed by the Jamuna River. The story highlights the devastating impact of climate change-induced river erosion in Bangladesh, leaving thousands homeless each year.

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This content delves into the dynamic relationship between cinema, tourism, and philanthropy in the context of Dharavi, exploring how the film "Slumdog Millionaire" has influenced the development of slum tourism and the challenges faced by organizations like Reality Tours & Travel. The narrative navi

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This standard operating procedure outlines the process for identifying, listing, and upgrading slums in Odisha. It includes steps such as Participatory Infrastructure Needs Assessment, benchmarking, I-GAP preparation, slum intervention identification, and completion of upgradation projects. The proc

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Rosario, a vulnerable child from a slum area in Malabon, Philippines, tragically succumbed to measles due to poor health conditions, lack of proper care, and social determinants affecting her well-being. The story highlights the challenges faced by marginalized communities, emphasizing the importanc

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Tamil Nadu Slum Clearance Board has been a pioneer in urban housing for economically weaker sections since 1971. With over 2.12 lakh tenements constructed and 1.31 lakh plots developed, the board has invested significantly in improving urban slum conditions. The houses have a plinth area of 400 sqft

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