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Remembering the Ebola Crisis in Sierra Leone: A Story of Resilience

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May 21, 2025

Remembering the Ebola Crisis in Sierra Leone: A Story of Resilience

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When Ebola swept through Sierra Leone, it left behind more than just loss: it tested the strength of an entire nation. We look back at the crisis, the courage of survivors, and how a community rose from tragedy to rebuild, resist stigma, and reclaim hope.

From Clicks to Change: The Real Power of Influencers in Ending Poverty

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April 21, 2025

From Clicks to Change: The Real Power of Influencers in Ending Poverty

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In a world where one Instagram Story can reach thousands and a single TikTok can go viral overnight, influencers hold a kind of digital megaphone that brands use to pay millions for. But beyond product launches and sponsored content, there’s a growing movement where this influence is being used for something far more powerful: social change. When it comes to fighting poverty, influencers can be game-changers.

Chocolate, Filmmaking & Basic Income: My Journey with Social Income to Fight Inequality

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April 11, 2025

Chocolate, Filmmaking & Basic Income: My Journey with Social Income to Fight Inequality

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It all started with a Wikipedia page—one that disappeared almost as quickly as I had found it. That fleeting discovery led me to Social Income, where I became a volunteer. Now, four years later, I want to share how that one moment shaped my journey and how far it has taken me.

What is Poverty?

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November 08, 2024

What is Poverty?

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Poverty is a major global issue that affects billions of people around the world. It is defined as the lack of access to basic necessities such as food, shelter, and clean water. Poverty also refers to a lack of access to education, healthcare, and other essential services.