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Roadmap to Reducing Child Poverty: A Comprehensive Guide to Creating a Brighter Future for Our Children

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Child poverty is a persistent problem that affects millions of children around the world. It is a complex issue with many root causes, including poverty, inequality, lack of access to education and healthcare, and discrimination. The consequences of child poverty are far-reaching, as it can lead to a lifetime of disadvantage and ill health.

This book provides a comprehensive roadmap for reducing child poverty, offering practical strategies and evidence-based solutions to address the root causes of this persistent problem. It is written by a team of experts in the field of child poverty, and it draws on the latest research and best practices.

A Roadmap to Reducing Child Poverty

by Donald A. Barclay

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Language	:	English
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Print length	:	600 pages

The book is divided into three parts:

Part One: Understanding Child Poverty
Part Two: Strategies for Reducing Child Poverty
Part Three: The Way Forward

Part One provides an overview of the problem of child poverty, including its causes, consequences, and extent. It also discusses the different ways to measure child poverty and the challenges of reducing it.

Part Two presents a range of strategies for reducing child poverty, including:

Investing in early childhood education and care
Expanding access to quality healthcare and nutrition
Providing affordable housing and safe neighborhoods
Reforming the tax system to make it more progressive
Raising the minimum wage
Expanding paid family leave

Part Three discusses the way forward, including the need for political will, public support, and international cooperation. It also provides a set of recommendations for policymakers and advocates.

This book is an essential resource for anyone who is interested in reducing child poverty. It provides a comprehensive overview of the problem, as well as practical strategies for addressing it. It is a must-read for policymakers, advocates, and anyone who wants to create a brighter future for our children.

Part One: Understanding Child Poverty
Chapter 1: The Definition and Measurement of Child Poverty
Chapter 2: The Causes and Consequences of Child Poverty
Chapter 3: The Challenges of Reducing Child Poverty
Part Two: Strategies for Reducing Child Poverty
Chapter 4: Investing in Early Childhood Education and Care
Chapter 5: Expanding Access to Quality Healthcare and Nutrition
Chapter 6: Providing Affordable Housing and Safe Neighborhoods
Chapter 7: Reforming the Tax System to Make it More Progressive
Chapter 8: Raising the Minimum Wage
Chapter 9: Expanding Paid Family Leave
Part Three: The Way Forward
Chapter 10: The Need for Political Will, Public Support, and International Cooperation
Chapter 11: Recommendations for Policymakers and Advocates

About the Authors

The authors of this book are a team of experts in the field of child poverty. They have decades of experience in research, policymaking, and advocacy. They have worked with governments, non-profit organizations, and international agencies around the world to develop and implement strategies to reduce child poverty.

Reviews

"This book is a must-read for anyone who is serious about reducing child poverty. It provides a comprehensive overview of the problem, as well as practical strategies for addressing it. It is a valuable resource for policymakers, advocates, and anyone who wants to create a brighter future for our children."

- Marian Wright Edelman, President and Founder of the Children's Defense Fund

"This book provides a roadmap for reducing child poverty. It is a must-read for anyone who is concerned about the well-being of our children."

- Dr. Robert Reich, former Secretary of Labor

"This book is a valuable resource for anyone who is interested in reducing child poverty. It provides a comprehensive overview of the problem, as well as practical strategies for addressing it. It is a must-read for policymakers, advocates, and anyone who wants to create a brighter future for our children."

- The Honorable David Satcher, former Surgeon General of the United States