WHY POVERTY? takes an in depth look at global inequality, asking how poverty can still exist in a world with so much wealth? The Peabody Award-winning series was shown by 69 broadcasters in over 180 countries when it launched in 2012. This was also accompanied by 34 short films, an online engagement platform and community screenings.
The project brought together media, decision-makers and influencers from across the world in seeking solutions for change. Through its film narratives the project will inspire people to get and to stay engaged and to see themselves as part of the solution to the problems of global poverty.
The project confronts many of the most important themes related to the UN Sustainable Development Goals – themes like food security, education, gender equality, the conditions into which children are born, corruption, climate change, the effectiveness of global aid and the effects of disease and armed conflict.
