In Monroe, Louisiana, the October 17 commemoration was in partnership with the Desiard Street Shelter, some churches like the Good Shepherd Church, the Lutheran Church, Methodist church, organizations in the City like St Vincent de Paul, and other organizations who serve the people at the Desiard Street Shelter. For three years now, October 17 is celebrated with the people at the Desiard Street Shelter, where a hundred people show up every day for a hot lunch, wash their clothes, make (...)
On the occasion of October 17th, Mr. Cassam Uteem, former President of the Republic of Mauritius (1992-2002), and the International Movement ATD Fourth World announce the launching of the International Committee for October 17th.
Through this 6-minute video, discover the meaning and history behind October 17th, International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, and the worldwide mobilization that takes place around this day each year.
17 October 2007
"Action For Social Rights in collaboration with the Human Rights Committee and the United Nations Integrated Office in Sierra Leone organized a live radio panel discussion to commemorate the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, on the theme: Ending Extreme Poverty, a Road to Peace."continue
Maria Sandvik New Orleans, LA, USA
We are gathered here at this Children’s Sabbath and World Day for the Eradication of Poverty commemoration to honor, recognize, and make a commitment to the children and young people of our (...)continue
gaspar almeida - goa, india india - goa
Do whatever possible to eliminate poverty on the face of the earth. It’s a shame that every nation’s leaders are not able to do so responsibly.
Gaspar Almeida (...)continue
Selina Bishop Canada
If we all choose a simple life of good things - family, gardening, music, laughter, neighborhood, and joy of nature - then our choices will lead to a better life for our neighbors to the south. (...)continue
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