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We found 55 results for the Poverty category. Showing results 31 to 40.
Celebrating the world’s Indigenous peoples and partnerships that honour and empower
Worldwide, there are more than 476 million Indigenous people and 5,000 Indigenous people groups spread across at least 90 countries. Although Indigenous peoples make up just 5 per cent of the world’s population, they account for about 15 per cent of the global extreme poor. Indigenous people are nearly three times more likely to be […]
The United Nations reports that the pandemic has halted or reversed years and even decades of development progress. This is the sobering reality highlighted in the Sustainable Development Goals Report 2021. The Sustainable Development Goals were adopted by all United Nations Member States in 2015 as part of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. There are […]
New to Compassion? Start here!
Hey, friend! It’s so great to meet you. We’re excited to share more about our passion to help children and families overcome poverty. Since you’re new here, we wanted to introduce ourselves. We hope that here, you find a place where your gifts, passions and desire to do good belong. Simply put, we love Jesus. […]
People often ask us, “Why help people living in poverty in other countries when there’s poverty here in Canada?” It’s a complex question, with a lot to consider, but in many ways, it can be answered quite simply, too: Why not both? At Compassion, our expertise is global poverty. We’re so thankful for partners in […]
The power of income generation gifts in the fight against poverty
For those of us who love to cut to the chase when we are problem-solving, there is good news for you! Though child poverty is a complex crisis that requires dynamic solutions (meaning breaking the cycle of poverty is never one-size-fits-all and requires a holistic response), there is a way to make a direct impact […]
5 amazing reasons why Compassion kids love backyard farming gifts
Ever wonder why we sell farm animals at Christmas time? Compassion kids are here to tell you why.
12 things I’ve learned in the last 12 months
It’s been quite a year! Allison Alley reflects on leading people in God’s purposes during her first year as President and CEO of Compassion Canada.
Miracle triplets: Six years later!
Do you remember the miracle triplets? Compassion has been journeying with this special family for years. Here’s an exciting update from their thriving family.
Why efforts to end poverty matter now more than ever
Global progress towards the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals is being devastated by COVID-19, but our efforts to respond won’t be stopped.
Stepping up towards global goals
Here’s how your generosity is helping to achieve the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals.