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What is child poverty?

When a child’s family doesn’t have enough money to meet basic needs like food, housing, clothing, healthcare, and education.

What is material hardship?

When families cannot afford essential items like food, heating, or doctor visits.

What is relative poverty?

Being poor compared to others in the same society.

What is the poverty cycle?

When poverty continues from one generation to the next due to lack of education, income, and opportunities.

How many children in NZ live in poverty?

Around 1 in 7 children (about 150,000).

Which groups are most affected by child poverty in NZ?

Māori and Pasifika children.

Which areas of NZ have higher child poverty rates?

Northland, Bay of Plenty, and South Auckland.

What are signs a child is living in poverty?

Poor nutrition, worn-out clothes, missing school, poor housing, and limited access to healthcare.

Which human rights are affected by child poverty?

The rights to food, housing, healthcare, and education.

What is iMOKO?

A digital healthcare programme helping children access doctors through schools and apps.

Who leads iMOKO?

Dr. Lance O’Sullivan.

What is the goal of iMOKO?

To make healthcare easy to access for all children, especially in rural and low-income areas.

What are the key values of iMOKO?

Equality and community wellbeing.

What is Ka Ora, Ka Ako?

A free healthy school lunches programme in NZ.

Who runs Ka Ora, Ka Ako?

The NZ Ministry of Education.

What is the aim of Ka Ora, Ka Ako?

To reduce child hunger and support learning by providing healthy meals.

How many children live in poverty worldwide?

Over 1 billion.

Which regions are most affected by child poverty globally?

Sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia.

What are common signs of child poverty globally?

Hunger, lack of clean water, poor housing, limited education, and no access to healthcare.

What does World Vision do?

Supports communities with food, water, education, and child sponsorship.

What is the goal of World Vision?

To end poverty and injustice for children and families worldwide.

What does UNICEF do?

Protects children’s rights and provides healthcare, education, and emergency aid.

What is the main value behind UNICEF’s work?

Every child has the right to survive, learn, and be protected.

Who leads iMOKO and what is his belief?

Dr. Lance O’Sullivan believes all children deserve equal access to healthcare.

What ideology shapes Dr. O’Sullivan’s viewpoint?

Activism — using action to create social change.

Which values shape his viewpoint?

Equality and community wellbeing.