From poverty to possibility…and prosperity: What can I do to reduce poverty in Saskatoon?
There are many ways that each of us can play a role in creating a better community for all:
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| Poverty is a complex issue…learn more |
Each of us has unique skills, interests and resources to contribute…share more |
Each of us can make, ask for, and be the change to reduce poverty…use your influence more
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Read
Listen
Watch
- Webinars
- Documentary
- Videos
- Newscasts
Reflect
- Get to know a person living in poverty
- Get to know yourself – what are your attitudes, perceptions and feelings towards people living in poverty…why?
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Interests
- Gardening? Create a community garden
- Animals? Donate pet food and pet supplies
Skills
- Professional, business or trade, communication and/or leadership skills
- For example, become a board member for a local organization; provide free financial services
Stuff
- Donate food, clothes, equipment, toys, money to a charity, shelter or food bank
- Have free space? Share your church, business or recreational facility for community gatherings
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Be the Change
- Set an example
- Speak up and out!
- Be a mentor
- Become more self-aware
Ask for Change
- Raise issues with elected officials
- Ask organizations to take action (church, union, professional association)
Make Change
- Vote!
- Support a candidate who aims to reduce poverty
- Run for office
- Join a poverty-related organization
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Resources
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Resources
- www.volunteersaskatoon.com
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Resources
- Saskatoon Anti-poverty Coalition
- Poverty Free Saskatchewan
- Make Poverty History
- End Poverty Now
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Talk about what you’ve learned, shared and influenced to anyone and everyone!
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Thank you to the Peterborough Poverty Reduction Network for permission to adapt actions from their how to help webpage at www.pprn.ca