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Economic Justice Requires More Than Money Alone
The world has made great strides in cutting extreme poverty in half in the past 20 years, notwithstanding the devastating effects of COVID. But it is also a basic fact that we live on a planet that could easily provide adequate food, shelter and healthcare for our entire population. And yet over 700 million people continue to live in unjust poverty.
Covid Reminded Us Not To Become Complacent In Our Mission Against Poverty
For most of Upaya’s existence, our momentum has mirrored a consistent trend of reducing extreme poverty in the world
Assessing The Damage Of India’s Second COVID Surge
There are slow and steady signs of life returning to normal in this country of 1.4 billion, but talk to any Indian, and the trauma from the second Covid surge is still fresh
Severe Second Wave Of Covid Cases In India
We at Upaya are devastated by the severe second wave of Covid cases sweeping across India, and remain steadfastly committed to supporting our team, our entrepreneurs, and their jobholders during these uncertain times
Let's Not Waste This Crisis
We must take the lessons from the last 30 years of fighting poverty to build a dam against this slide back into poverty for too many. One of those lessons is that people experiencing extreme poverty are not helpless
How Measuring Impact Looks Different During COVID-19
When India’s nationwide lockdown came into force on March 24th, 2020, the immediate and worst impact of this decision was felt by vulnerable populations such as migrant laborers and low-income citizens
How Entrepreneurs Are Adapting To Address The Needs Of Their Community
COVID-19 has rapidly changed how businesses around the world operate, even putting a halt to some operations altogether. At Upaya, we’re proud to work with a community of innovative, tenacious entrepreneurs who are responding and adapting to the COVID-19 crisis in inspiring ways
In Their Own Words: How Jobs Are A Lifeline For The Poor
COVID-19 was a punch to the face that sent the world reeling. As we start to get our bearings again, a focused effort on preserving and creating jobs will help us deflect a second blow that is close behind in the wake of the pandemic – that of mass unemployment and a resurgence of poverty
Now More Than Ever
When the mammoth proportions of the global pandemic became clear, something else became clear to those of us who spend our days thinking about and fighting global poverty. It was clear that this crisis would not hit everyone equally.
Navigating Turbulent Waters: Upaya’s Three Wave Strategy
COVID-19 is perhaps the greatest test of our adaptability and resilience. We at Upaya have always prided ourselves on having a culture that touts these values, and the dire situation we are all facing now is an opportunity to truly live these values