FAQs
January is Poverty in America Awareness Month, an opportunity to reflect on the difficulties faced by so many who struggle daily to survive and provide basic needs for themselves and their families.
What are the facts about poverty in 2023? ›
According to the 2023 release, 1.1 billion out of 6.1 billion people (just over 18%) live in acute multidimensional poverty across 110 countries.
Which US state has the most poverty 2023? ›
Mississippi takes the top spot with an 18.70% poverty rate, making it the state with the highest poverty rate in the country. Louisiana follows closely behind, ranking second with a poverty rate of 17.80%.
How do we celebrate poverty Awareness Month? ›
Spread awareness
Spread knowledge regarding the poverty rate in the country so people start helping those in need. You can share the knowledge with friends and family, on social media, or even host a live event to raise awareness on poverty.
What awareness month is January known for? ›
National Blood Donor Month
January is a time to acknowledge those who donate blood or who pledge to. It is a great time to schedule a donation as it is usually when blood is in short supply. The first National Blood Donor Month occurred in January 1970 after President Richard Nixon proclaimed on December 31, 1969.
What does January bring awareness to? ›
January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month, an important time to spread the word about this sight-stealing disease. The Glaucoma Research Foundation works to promote eye health and research glaucoma. Glaucoma is the leading cause of irreversible blindness.
Who is the poorest in the world 2023? ›
According to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank, as of 2023, Burundi holds the designation of the poorest country globally, considering criteria such as money (GDP) and other indicators, with a quality of life index at 36.55 and an economic vulnerability of 38.7.
Which state is the poorest state? ›
Poverty rates were highest in the states of New Mexico (18.2%), Mississippi (17.8%), Louisiana (16.9%), Arkansas (15.9%), Kentucky (15.8%), Oklahoma (15.8%), and West Virginia (15.6%) and they were lowest in the states of New Hampshire (7.42%), Maryland (9.02%), Utah (9.13%), Hawaii (9.26%).
What percent of the U.S. is in poverty 2023? ›
It exists in every country to varying degrees and is unlikely to disappear any time soon. The United States is considered the richest country in the world, and yet 37.9 million (11.5%) of its residents live in poverty.
What is the poorest city in the United States? ›
In the United States (in 2017), the place with the lowest median household income was Little River, California (population 117), while the place with the lowest median household income with a population of more than 1,000 was Comerío Zona Urbana in Comerío, Puerto Rico (population 4,312).
New Jersey topped a U.S. News & World Report ranking of the richest states in the U.S. The ranking, published in November, used the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey estimates from 2022 to identify states with the highest median household income.
What state has the worst poverty rate? ›
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the national poverty rate was 12.4% in 2022, up from 11.2% in 2021. These states have the highest percentages of poverty in the country: Mississippi, Louisiana, West Virginia, New Mexico, Arkansas, Kentucky, Alabama, Oklahoma, Texas, and New York.
Why is poverty awareness Month important? ›
Each January, we observe Poverty Awareness Month, an opportunity to reflect on the challenges faced by the millions who struggle daily to survive and provide basic needs for themselves and their families. However, awareness alone will not solve this crisis.
Why is poverty awareness important? ›
Why Awareness is Important. Whether on a global or local scale, poverty impacts us all. Our awareness of social issues contributes to our ability to advocate for policies, practices, and political decisions that advance the eradication of such issues, including dismantling the systems that sustain that issue.
What is the purpose of the awareness Month? ›
National awareness holidays and national health observances are special days, weeks, or months dedicated to raising awareness about important health topics. Observances like Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and Sickle Cell Awareness Month help amplify stories and rally support for the kids who need it the most.
What is the social awareness of the month of January? ›
There are several awareness months celebrated in January — though the five that often get the most attention include National Blood Donor Month, Cervical Health Awareness Month, Mental Wellness Month, Poverty Awareness Month, and Veganuary.
What awareness weeks are in January? ›
January National Weeks
- Diet Resolution Week - First Week.
- National Silent Record Week - First Week.
- Celebration of Life Week - First Week.
- New Year's Resolutions Week - First Week.
- National Mocktail Week - Second Week in January.
- National Folic Acid Awareness Week - Second Week in January.
Honoring January as National Mental Wellness Month. Every year, we promote mental health awareness by designating January as National Mental Wellness Month. Focusing attention on the importance of cultivating and maintaining mental wellness can provide fresh new ideas about how we can do that.
What is poverty month? ›
January is Poverty Awareness Month. It was first recognized in 2009 yet remains a topic which is sometimes overlooked.
