International Day for the Eradication of Poverty - October 17th, 2024
October 17th, 2024, mark your calendars! It's that time of the year again when we come together to observe a crucial international day - the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty. This day is a significant milestone in the fight against poverty, and it's a reminder that we still have a long way to go. Poverty is a scourge that affects millions of people worldwide, and it's essential that we acknowledge its devastating effects and work towards eradicating it. Historical Background The International Day for the Eradication of Poverty was first observed in 1993, when the United Nations General Assembly declared October 17th as the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty. This day was chosen to commemorate the 1987 call to action by Father Joseph Wresinski, the founder of the International Movement ATD Fourth World, who exhorted the UN to take concrete actions to eradicate poverty. Since then, this day has been observed annually, with the UN settin...