Poverty

Question 1

Define absolute poverty

Answer 1

Extreme poverty involving the chronic lack of basic food, clean water, health and housing. People in poverty tend to struggle and to live

Question 2

Define relative poverty

Answer 2

This is in relation to other members and families in the society. E.g a family can be considered poor if they can’t afford presents at Christmas.

Question 3

What are some local causes of poverty

Answer 3

Unemployment
High cost of living
Housing costs
Homelessness
Poor health or disability
Single parent families
Lack of education

Question 4

What are global causes of poverty

Answer 4

Weather
Illness
Population growth
Lack of education or skills
Landlessness
War/ civil unrest
Corruption
Unfair trade

Question 5

What is fair trade

Answer 5

Fair trade is about better prices, decent working conditions, local sustainability and fair terms of trade for farmers and workers in the developing world.

Question 6

What is Fairtrades vision?

Answer 6

A world in which all producers can enjoy secure and sustainable livelihoods, fulfil their potential and decide on their future.

Question 7

What is Fairtrades mission?

Answer 7

To connect disadvantaged farmers and workers with consumers, promote fairer trading conditions and empower farmers and workers to combat poverty, strengthen their position and take more control over their lives.