While learning about how subsidizing bed nets, I thought about a really important question.
Should the government be responsible for subsidize food and education in developing countries?
The government who is responsible for the well-being if its people should definitely be responsible for subsidizing food and education for its people. Two of the leading causes of poverty traps are lack of nutrition and education. If these two areas are addressed, you wouldn't expect to see poverty eliminated but at least a decrease in poverty should be expected. An amount as small as even 5% decrease in poverty can increase the productivity of a nation leading to a stronger economy and the creation of new jobs for the poor. This then creates a cycle in which for ever few that are out of poverty, a stronger economy will be built and more job opportunities will be provided.
I agree. Now think of ways countries could do this.
ReplyDeleteCountries can better improve nutrition and education by focusing on building schools in every town as well as making the costs minimal so children will be able to attend school without facing issues such as fee and transportation. Through a school, a country can also begin to address malnutrition by providing health nutritiousness food that's full of good calories. Helping address these issues for a generation at a younger age can make a major difference by the time they are older and able to work.
ReplyDeleteGreat idea! Now - how would they build the schools and staff them? Would this be a good place to use relief efforts?
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