Tag: endemic poverty

  • Can there be peace in a world of disparity?

    Can there be peace in a world of disparity?

    We always tell our children, the world has never been more peaceful than it is today. We think back to periods in history where the population of the world was smaller and wars were waged, with violence being felt around the globe. Surely, we are living in relatively peaceful times. The flaw in our thinking…

  • Start by taking a few steps in their shoes, let alone walking a mile

    Start by taking a few steps in their shoes, let alone walking a mile

    “Economic growth without social progress lets the great majority of the people remain in poverty, while a privileged few reap the benefits of rising abundance.”   — John F. Kennedy As we continue our travels, what comes to light, particularly in south-east Asia, is a deeper understanding of how each country is meeting its citizens basic…