Poor Research Papers Samples For Students

Poverty is the lack of basics needs such as health care, clean water, education, nutrition shelter and clothing as a result of inability to afford them. It  is also referred to as destitution or absolute poverty. Relative poverty is situation whereby resources are inadequate or less income compared to others within a society or country as compared to worldwide averages. Approximately 1.7 billion people in the world live in poverty. Poverty had become a norm before the industrial revolution.

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It goes without saying that life without good health and peace is of no relevance. The very purpose of living is defeated if there is an absence of just, equitable, peaceful, and moral existence of human minds. Undoubtedly, the matter becomes a cause of concern for anyone if it is degraded by the human minds. In this context, it makes good sense to assume that the peaceful co-existence of people without any differences is good for the mutual understanding, respect, and honor of one another’s lives and property. All of us know this that such a logical approach Continue reading...

1.0 Introduction
Malaria has been one of the most devastating diseases in the last several decades with far reaching health and socioeconomic consequences . According to the Centre for Disease Control (CDC) (2010) report on mortality due to infectious diseases malaria ranks 5th as the cause of global mortality, while it is the 2nd cause of death from infectious disease in Africa after HIV/AIDS. The disease affects up to 10% of the world’s population. . An estimated 40- 50% of the world’s population lives in malaria endemic regions and a child dies every second due to the disease . 90% Continue reading...

According to a joint research on concentrated poverty in America, social dynamics play a significant role in creating the current concentrated poverty levels in America. The community affairs within a society are directly connected to the economy of the community. Therefore, “there exists a relationship between private investments and public services” (Shipler 20). According to Alan and Boyle (34), “the working poor in America come from areas with a high poverty concentration, in this regard poverty and accountability emerge as interconnected issues in these societies”, similarly Shipler (22), “acknowledges that, the high poverty levels indicate that there are lower Continue reading...

Background

Poverty is broadly defined as insufficient resources for an adequate standard of living. (ECLAC, 2008). Crime is defined as action against the law or violation of the law (Finkelhor, 2009). Glaeser and Kahn (2008) have indicated in their research on Chicago inner-city communities that an adolescent getting exposed to crime due to poverty has 100 times more probabilities to commit crimes later in his life. Finkelhor (2009) in his research sought an answer for the root causes of criminal behavior. He found a relationship between poverty and criminal activity. His findings show that a poor person is five times Continue reading...

One of the most successful development organizations in the world is the Grameen Bank of Bangladesh. Started by professor Muhammad Yunus, the Grameen Bank is noteworthy for the stark contrast between its operating principles and those of the big, international lending institutions, such as the World Bank and the IMF. The Grameen Bank's success in empowering the poor has made it a model that is being emulated around the world.

History and Purpose

Muhammad Yunus is an academic turned banker in Bangladesh who has turned the most sacred rules of the profession up-side down and made himself a frequently mentioned Nobel Prize Continue reading...

Introduction

      With the internationalization of production economic and social progress are becoming increasingly dependent on resolution of global problems. At the beginning of the XXI century these challenges are of vital importance for the future of civilization. The global problems of the world have a direct relationship to the whole humanity and affect the interests and destinies of all countries, nations and social classes, leading to significant economic and social costs, and in the case of aggravation of the situation may directly threaten the very existence of human civilization. These problems require cooperation in the planetary scale and the joint Continue reading...

This paper explores the impact of immigration policies on immigrant and refugee communities in Canada under the temporary foreign workers program, and how it poses challenges and problems of immigration and refugee in Canada. This article offers insights on the nuances of poor and the underprivileged people, especially in the context of foreign workers. Further, this paper examines the implementation of immigration policies on immigrant and refugee communities in order to analyze the problems and solutions of immigration and refugee, and their inter-relationships. This policy plays a key role in empowering and redefining the life of people and their Continue reading...

Values Systems in Cross-Cultural Perspective

Chapter 16: An Unlikely Donor

Background
This case study that is “An Unlikely Donor” is regarding the problem of organ selling that is widespread amongst the poor people. Organ selling is a prevalent practice in which an individual sells his or her organ in exchange of the money or other reasons. Due to poverty and other financial and economic issues the practice of organ selling is quite common in developing and under developed countries
This case study deals with the issue of organ selling. The nurse, Carole Bennet who was working in a private hospital in London while Continue reading...

Abstract

Different researches have been conducted on the impact of debt on families. This current research study explores the effects of debts among children born in low income families. While using a study sample of 100 participants, the current research study found out that more poor children from indebted families have low educational attainment as compared to the children from wealthier families. This study suggests that in order to end poverty in the long run, the government needs to provide alternative sources of finance for the low income earners. This would help them repay their debts and leave them with Continue reading...

The cries of children are heard in the thick of the night as mothers try their best to breast feed the infants. Young brothers and sisters push each other and struggle for the last bit of food left in the plate. The elderly sit down in total weakness as they watch their strength drain away one day after another. People that are known to be strong and well ambled sit down in despair as they watch their loved ones perish in hunger and diseases. This is not just a thrilling story for entertainment, but is a reality in a Continue reading...

“Seven Islands and a Metro” and “Bombay: Our City”

The United Nations reported in 2009 that by the year 2030, 41% of the population of India will reside in urban areas. Mumbai is one of one of the 20 largest cities in the world with a population of 2.21 billion in 2011. With almost twice the growth overall of the urban population, urban area slums are growing the most quickly (Reliancefoundation.org 2014). These types of housing conditions created by rapid population growth result in numerous problems: poor health conditions and more diseases, increased crime, lessened access to civic agencies, environmental degradation, increase in slum housing, and overcrowding. It Continue reading...

Ne Neoliberalism refers to politically motivated ideologies that allowed shifting of economic factors from the public sector to the private sector. According to these ideologies, a government encourages private investors through a series of policies and changes in the market structure. For instance, governments initiated tax reforms in broadening of the tax base, reduced deficit spending, imposed limitation on subsidies, withdrawal of fixed exchange regime, and encouraged privatization. Neoliberalism in the Middle East and Egypt had a significant impact on the socioeconomic and political perspective. Neoliberalism in Egypt ensured free market and private enterprises regardless of socially harmful inflicted Continue reading...

Historical Overview

Indiana gained statehood in 1861 but important events have shaped its political and cultural identity. One of these was the NorthWest Ordinance (1787). At the time, Indiana was not yet part of the United States, and the Northwest Ordinance, provided an ambiguous foundation for states that sought statehood. Until then, Indiana (as well as other surrounding states) were governed through territorial governorship. The Northwest Ordinance was significant for several reasons. First, the governor held absolute vetoing power. Second, the individual liberties were written and protected in an official document and lawfully recognized four years before the enactment of the Continue reading...

Over the past two decades, China has experienced rapid economic growth. This growth has also brought about a rise in social inequality. The nation that once operated under the principle of egalitarianism now struggles with a level of inequality that has surpassed most of its East Asia neighbours. In the 1980’s, poverty was a problem restricted mainly to rural areas, but recently it has forayed into urban areas as well. Since the mid-1990’s, urban poverty has grown at a very fast pace under the influence of globalization (Fulong, Webster, and Yuting 5). The economic restructure of China Continue reading...

Introduction

Income inequality is the uneven distribution of income in a country. There is a big gap between the poor and the rich. The rich are extremely rich while the poor are extremely poor. High inequality affects the economic growth of a country. This is because the country does not fully utilize its citizen’s capabilities leading to tension socially. In Canada income inequality has increased gradually for the last 20 years. Wellbeing is the quality of lives. It is brought about by the ability of people to attain their goals both personally and socially. It is measured in terms Continue reading...

Having been the greatest cause of deaths in the U.S in the year 1940, tuberculosis was declared a health emergency in America. Fifty three years later, the World Health Organization declared tuberculosis a world emergency. According to UN reports, about 1.2 billion individuals across the globe are living at slightly below one dollar per day (UN Millennium Project, 2005). According to the same reports third world nations where the per capita income is below 700 dollars account for slightly over 66% of the cases of tuberculosis. These countries as well account for 70% of the deaths resulting from tuberculosis. Continue reading...

Values Systems in Cross-Cultural Perspective

Summary

Dom Pedro is one of the largest land owners in the Brazil and was also one of the founders of the local Rural Democratic Union (UDR) which strongly opposed the notion of bringing land reforms in the Brazil. Dom Pedro who was critically ill and was expected to die soon had a son Raoul, who now faces the dilemma of whether he should gift the lands to poor and announce it publically or not. Raoul unlike his father was in favor of the land reforms and he now wants to distribute 20,000 hectares of their land to 2000 families. Continue reading...

Question 1

There has been an argument within Canada that the rich section of the society is becoming super rich while those considered as poor are even becoming poorer (Gilbert, 2008). This assertion has elicited various debates with analysts taking to keenly follow the manner in which events have been unfolding within Canadian economy. It is aimed at either proving that the assertion holds or demystifying it all together. According to the latest statistics, earnings among the rich in Canada rise by a significant percentage. Analysts argue that the rise was 16% with the lowest earners’ incomes slumping even deeper by Continue reading...

Introduction

Complexity and overwhelming nature of issues to be coped with in some countries of the world calls forth the need to add extra dimensions to state’s combating the issues in terms of implementing its functions, and change existing systems and institutions. Social entrepreneurship represents a process by which citizens can either create or transform institutions to advance solutions to such issues, as poverty, illnesses, environment pollution, corruption and human rights abuses (Bornstein&Davis, 2010, pp.1-2).
One of world-known contemporary social entrepreneurs is Mohammad Yunus, founder and manager of Grameen bank and 2006 Noble prize winner, who is currently successfully Continue reading...

ABSTRACT

Homelessness in America is a persistent, complex, and widely-occurring problem that incorporates many economic, social, and psychological dimensions. After years of war and economic decline, the ranks of the homelessness have grown to include families with children (35%); military veterans (23%); children (25%); persons fleeing domestic violence (30%); and the mentally ill (20-25%) (National Student Campaign, 2012). Additionally, the number of homeless young adults, aged 18-to-24, is growing, giving homelessness a new face.In the problem of homelessness, some people perceive a call for greater human compassion, while others demand more effective social policy and more comprehensive public health services. Continue reading...

Abstract

The works of Oscar Wilde are both entertaining and humanizing. The stories are usually critiques of the rich or wealthy in society. They also seem to a reflection of Wilde’s own life and circle.
A prevalent theme in Oscar Wilde’s works is the hypocrisy of the rich which result in the abuse of themselves and others, especially the poor or less privileged. This theme is particularly apparent in many of works. Analyzed in this paper are Oscar Wilde’s novel, The Picture of Dorian Gray; short stories, The Devoted Friend and The Model Millionnaire; and the poem, Continue reading...

Abstract

Schizophrenia is a mental condition that affects about 1% of the world’s population. It's often associated with attempted suicides with 50% of those affected by the condition attempting suicide at some point of which 9-13% are fatal . The symptoms of schizophrenia are grouped into three: positive symptoms, negative symptoms and cognitive deficits. Cognitive symptoms have been known to be an indicator of both the disease outcome (prognosis) and the response to the treatment. They include the inability to pay attention, language difficulties, memory dysfunction, poor interpretation of social cues and cognitive inflexibility. Patients with schizophrenia have difficulties in Continue reading...

Introduction

Group behavior is the tendency of human beings to congregate. Humans are social beings, and therefore, they have a tendency to come together and cooperate in the performance of different activities. Group behavior can vary greatly, just like the factors that lead to group pressures. Group behavior is an interesting subject of study in epidemiology, political science, anthropology, sociology, psychology, and many others (Le, 2012). The primary preoccupation in group behavioral studies is usually to understand crowd reactions and how people influence each other in varying situations such as danger, fun, precaution, wrecklesness, and many more. Guillaume, Knippenberg, and Continue reading...

Higher education is education acquired after one has completed courses in institutions offering secondary education like high schools. It is acquired in universities and institutions of technical training. Normally, completion of courses in higher learning leads to award of a degree or professional certifications. In the international convention on human rights, access to higher education has been enlisted as a right and many nations have been urged to ensure it is treated as such. Indeed, many nations have attempted making it available to all though they have not fully succeeded. Depending on individual nations, there are various criteria for Continue reading...

A tax is a compulsory contribution from an individual to the government. This payment to the government does not usually result to supply of goods and services to an individual. However, tax is important to any country in that it enables the government run its daily activities and in addition, the government is able to provide goods and services that the private sectors are not willing to supply due to the fact that these goods and services are unprofitable or it is not possible to exclude people from consuming the goods (Forbes, 47). The type of tax levied by Continue reading...

Abstract

Oral health is an important aspect in the person’s overall health and hygiene. However, most elderly people are not getting adequate oral health care. The purpose of this paper is to examine the dental health status of seniors in Canada. It aims to identify the health risks associated with poor oral health among the elderly as well as to identify the disparities among other age groups especially on the younger and employed population of Canada. Underlying the investigation is the primary interest of this study which is to determine whether seniors in Canada are getting adequate oral health Continue reading...

Introduction

It is important for every organization to have great leaders under whose direction the organization achieves its goals and celebrates success. A leader is the one who has strong focus on the vision and goals of an organization and remains in pursuit of achieving the goals. The characteristics of a leader enable him to influence and motivate his or her sub-ordinates and team members to achieve targets. Without effective leadership, it is not possible for an organization to achieve its goals and targets. Thus, poor leadership could lead to poor management and organizational failure.
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One of the most famous satirical pieces of all time is Jonathan Swift’s A Modest Proposal. Although the issues contained within the text are aimed specifically at the political and economic situation in Ireland and England during the early eighteenth century, the thematic ideas that Swift develops so effectively in his work remain important to this day. Swift utilizes satire and wordplay to underscore the oppression of the Irish by the English, and in doing so, creates one of the longest-lived pieces of social and political satire and sustained irony of all time.
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Introduction

A charitable organization is an organization whose main aim is not to earn profit but to work hand in hand with other entities in order to serve the society (Munshi 2005). Charitable organizations are of help mostly to the less privileged people in the society. Unlike other organizations which aim at maximizing profits, charitable organizations aim at maximizing the welfare of the people in the society.

There are many charitable organizations in Saudi Arabia. The main aim of these organizations is to provide free services to the less privileged Continue reading...

Catholic is a Roman Catholic faith or a member of the Roman Catholic Church. The term catholic was initially used to mean a universal church. Therefore, it is used to describe all Christians of diverse religions around the universe since we all believe in Jesus Christ. In the 2nd century, catholic was used to reiterate its universal aspect. Catholic Church is among the largest Christian church with approximately one billion followers around the globe. The Roman Catholic Church has played a domineering role in western civilization. The head of the church, according to church’s hierarchy, is the Pope. Continue reading...

Abstract

This paper is aimed at studying an economically marginalized group in United States of America. The chosen group for this paper consists of single mothers living under the poverty line in US. The paper starts with identifying the group including approximate number of people in the group. The problem defined in this paper is regarding large number of single mothers living under the poverty line. The causes of problem are identified in this paper along with proposing short term and long term solutions. The short term solution includes initiatives of government in various welfare programs including monetary aid to Continue reading...

Introduction

Good health is critical for living a good life and for this reason; people demand access to healthcare services that can help maintaining it. There are number of countries in America who have responded to political manifestation of this demand by assurance of access to healthcare services. Often times, even if the policies for the access of healthcare services are defined, still they are vague and State is unable to comply this requirement.
Most Americans have good standards and policies to access healthcare services. It enables those taking full benefits of the State’s healthcare system. Others have to Continue reading...

Swot analysis entails the assessment of both internal and external factors and components that have a great impact on the success of the business or organization. D' Rosa property Management Company is a property management company in Newark New Jersey. Their main objective is management of property on behalf of clients for a fee. They are responsible for handling tenant issues, making repairs, collecting rent, creating monthly reports and inputting information in the database.
This is an analysis of the internal strengths and weaknesses of the company and identification of the external opportunities and threats.

INTERNAL ANALYSIS

Strengths
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Despite what some may believe, social stratification is still a prevalent force in today’s society. Current events stories are full of tales of minorities, women, and the poor being discriminated against on a regular basis and in very extreme ways. In order to address these issues and become more fully aware of their consequences, it is important to understand current events in the context of racial, gender, and class discrimination. In this way, we can expand our knowledge of the world and its problems, and educate others who may not have as much information on these issues. In Continue reading...

Why American education is falling

The standards of American education system have been falling year in and year out compared to other industrialized nations. Based on recent results of scholastic aptitude tests, the American student is by far bettered by the Asian and European counterparts respectively. The causes of failure cannot be isolated and analyzed in a single dimension. Things don’t seem to improve as research findings trickle in i.e. a research shows that despite great proportion of gross national product being spent on education; it’s worth noting that the American elementary and secondary school student never ranked above the median when Continue reading...

Public assistance programs describe the various forms of assistance that range from financial to health care programs which aid people in meeting their needs. The public assistance programs are usually based on the income and special needs of underprivileged persons in the society such as the widows, single parents, disabled, aged and the sick (Anderson 56). The public assistance programs are structured in a way that the beneficiaries must meet the laid down criteria based on their income levels, age and personal disabilities so as to be eligible for the assistance.

History of Public Assistance

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A common occurrence and problem today in the 21st century, especially in developing countries, is the problem on poverty. The term poverty is defined as one's incapacity to meet the basic needs such as shelter, food, and services. The problem does not end in developing countries as there are still areas in developed countries, such as the United States, that houses communities below the poverty line. Poverty can be caused by a myriad of possibilities stretching out from the person’s location, income, educational level to the aftermath of a crisis or conflict. At present, many experts and even Continue reading...

Abstract

Globally poverty has stricken many developing and under developed nations. People are unable to afford their human needs. In many developing countries for example children are unable to enroll and complete basic education, diseases like measles are still causing death and children are still suffering from malnutrition.

The issues which have put poverty on rise world wide are: drug and crime rate, political instability, international debts, investment and trade, climatic changes and globalization, diseases, clean water and sanitation among others. Due to the nature of interrelation of man kind the affected nations and the developed nations have tried Continue reading...

Introduction

Poverty is the deprivation of basic things like money, food or assets that are essential for a normal life. GDP on the other hand is the goods and services produced within the by a country in a year. It is known that with increase in poverty it leads to reduction in output of a country. This is because essential resources that are vital for production are lacking. It also means that human capital is insufficient and consequently the resources needed to stir growth are used to feed and provide for the poor population.
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