SEATTLE — The results of the Millennium Development Goals vary across targets and although not all goals have been achieved, substantial progress has been made. There are currently eight main Millennium Development Goals, each with their own sub-targets, that work together with one ultimate purpose—to end global poverty. The goals include eradicating extreme poverty and hunger, achieving universal primary education, promoting gender equality and empowering women, reducing child mortality, improving maternal health, combating HIV/AIDS, malaria, and other diseases, ensuring environmental sustainability and developing a global partnership for development. Each of the eight goals, individually, were created to focus on a specific area in…
Author: Nada Sewidan
Nada Sewidan
Nada was born in Alexandria, Egypt, and graduated from California State University-San Marcos with a Bachelor's degree in Literature and Writing Studies, emphasis in Writing. She is an aspiring writer and poet who believes in the immensity of words and their power to make a difference. Her perfect day is sitting in her favorite coffee shop on a rainy afternoon, reading a good book and drinking a hot vanilla latte.
TEMECULA, California — Over the past several years, Latin America and the Caribbean have been a leading force among developing nations in achieving poverty reduction goals. Success in these developing nations includes economic growth within the labor market as well as expansion of middle class citizens and an overall improved socioeconomic infrastructure. Progress in this region has been studied in order to gain a better understanding of what is driving change in the region. A recent report by the World Bank Group examines eight countries over the region and aims to uncover the root of influence, in addition to learning…
TEMECULA, California — Cellphone use is a common part of today’s world and can be taken for granted; however, cellphones are not accessible to everyone, especially to those living in developing nations. What can be taken for granted in one country can help save millions in another. Digital services provided by technologies such as cellphones positively impacts developing nations in particular. Something as simple as checking bank account information or handling finances through cellphone use can not only empower people but can become a means of survival for the poor, specifically poor women. More than that, access to cellphones for…
TEMECULA, California — Everyday more people and organizations around the world are speaking out and fighting against poverty as well as developing, studying and applying ways to obtain poverty reduction goals. In an effort to do just that, a recent TED talk video addresses what is said to be a key factor to ending global poverty. The TED talk video titled, “The hidden reason for poverty the world needs to address now,” featured Gary Haugen, President and Founder of the International Justice Mission. He addresses what he believes is the missing link in ending poverty on a global scale. According…
SEATTLE — There has been significant economic progress in Sierra Leone, but more so in Liberia, due to improved rural living and employment as well as wage gains. According to surveys conducted by the World Bank Group, economic progress is taking a positive turn in these countries, especially after Ebola occurrences that previously plagued the two nations. Currently, Ebola cases have been reduced to zero cases in Liberia and have declined dramatically in Sierra Leone. The decrease in cases has greatly contributed to the economic progress the two nations have seen. Additionally, efforts provided by supporters have contributed to economic…
TEMECULA, California — The new 2015 education report revealed that only a handful of developing countries reached their goal to establish quality education among its citizens, especially those living in poverty. In 2000, a total of 164 governments from around the world made commitments to reach “Education for All” goals by 2015. There were six identifiable goals that included providing equal access to education for children, youths and even adults. Additionally, the goals were set in place to make sure that marginalized people can be reached; people who are living not only in poverty, but in conflict-affected areas such as…
ALEXANDRIA, Egypt — There was a young man, exactly 18 years old, who was studying at his local school—Marine Arsenal—in Alexandria, Egypt. He did well in his studies and worked hard to achieve a better life for himself. But suddenly, his father died. As a result, he could no longer attend school. He had to drop out in order to work and provide supplemental income for his family. He didn’t want to leave, but he knew he had to. For him, there was no other option. He couldn’t leave his family without an income and he knew he could no…
TEMECULA, California — There are circumstances that drive desperation; conditions such as poverty, disease and lack of education can create an environment where decisions are based on a need for survival. It is desperate people who do desperate things, and poverty creates a breeding ground for violence and extremist groups to grow. Poverty is more than monetary disadvantages, or the absence of necessary sources for survival; it confines those who do not possess the opportunity to create a meaningful life and those who don’t have the tools to improve upon it. “I came face to face with an unnecessary evil…
ADEN, Yemen — Yemen is on the brink of civil war as conflicts between the Houthis and followers of the overthrown President, Abdrabbuh Mansour Hadi, escalate. Death tolls and property damage have increased over the past few weeks as political tensions and struggle for power between opposing forces threaten the region. The rebels have advanced into Aden, setting fire to homes and buildings around the area. Al-Qaeda and other extremist groups have sought to take advantage of the instability in the region and have launched attacks in Yemen. Al-Qaeda suicide bombers targeted mosques in Yemen killing approximately 126 people, according to…
SAN MARCOS, California — A new technology that uses cost-effective 3D printers will influence the way weather is predicted in developing nations, which will not only save lives, but also impact the economy. USAID has partnered with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration in order to create cost-efficient technologies that aid in disaster prevention. Most recently, finding ways to produce an affordable method to predict bad weather and improve weather forecasts has been part of an ongoing research endeavor. The result—a new 3D printing technology that creates affordable weather stations. Although weather forecasts appear accessible in many parts of the world,…