On October 17

On this day in ...
... 2010 (today), is marked the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty. (image credit) The observance was established by U.N. General Assembly Resolution 47/196 (December 22, 1992) for the purpose of

promot[ing] awareness of the need to eradicate poverty and destitution in all countries, particularly in developing countries -- a need that has become a development priority.

This year's theme is "From Poverty to Decent Work: bridging the gap."


(Prior October 17 posts are here, here, and here.)