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UNICEF: More than 400 million children globally live in poverty

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According to UNICEF, more than 400 million children globally live in poverty, missing out on at least two daily needs such as nutrition and sanitation.

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  • More than 400 million children globally live in poverty, missing out on at least two daily needs such as nutrition and sanitation.
  • The report warns that funding cuts, conflicts, and climate change are increasing the risk of more children falling into poverty. 12s
  • Early child labor is now widespread in several communities. 24s
  • Over one in five children in low and middle income countries—417 million—are severely deprived in at least two vital areas. 1m 20s
  • The report, 'World's Children 2025 Ending Child Poverty,' is based on data from 130 low and middle income countries. 1m 54s
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