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Redefining Poverty - Towards a Better Understanding of Inequality

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Explore a thought-provoking TEDx talk that challenges the conventional understanding of poverty and inequality. Delve into the speaker's argument that poverty extends beyond financial constraints, encompassing a lack of opportunities, possibilities, reputation, representation, and power. Examine how this broader perspective on social class can reshape approaches to addressing global poverty. Gain insights from the personal experiences of Milio van de Kamp, a sociologist and senior lecturer at the University of Amsterdam, who draws from his own background growing up in poverty. Discover how this unique perspective contributes to a more comprehensive understanding of social inequality and its implications for society.

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Redefining poverty: Towards a better understanding of inequality | Milio van de Kamp | TEDxAmsterdam


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