Poverty, social dimensions and inequality

Dr Faiza Shaheen

TodayWhat inequality?

Who is being affected by inequality?

Why does inequality matter?

Why has inequality grown?

How can we address inequality and what role can the Post-2015 framework play?

Who is being affected by inequality?

All of us?

Why does inequality matter?

Ending Extreme Poverty

Pessimistic growth Optimistic growth Pessimistic growth Optimistic growth Pessimistic growth Optimistic growthCurrent inequality trends Static inequality Lowest inequality

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Source: Edward, P. and Sumner, A. (2013), The future of global poverty in a multi-speed world, Washington DC: Center for Global Development.

Scenarios for the number of poor people in 2030 (US$1.25 measure)