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HDI
Human Devleopment Index is a summary measure of statisical average achievment in key dimensions of human devlopment eg. a long and healthy life
Education
The diffrent stages of formal educstion that individuals attain, ranging from primary to tertiary education
Income
Money recieved by a person in exchange for work, services or investments such as wages, salaries, profit, rent, or interest
Life expectancy
The number of years a person is expected to live based on the statisitical average and factors like location, era and access to healthcare
How is climate change a barrier to wellbeing
Climate change may affect our health and wellbeing through the impacts of extreme events
Example of country struggling with climate change
Somalia faces devastating impacts from climate change, including worsening drought and extreme foood insecurity
Poverty definition
Individuals or communities lack efficient resources to meet the basic needs such as food shelter clothing and healthcare leading to a diminished quality of life
How is poverty a barrier to wellbeing
Light income families often experience financial stress which may harm their relationships and mental health
Example of a country struggling with poverty
Madagascar faces high poverty rates with challenges related to climate change natural disasters and limited economic opportunities