We economists have done the maths: 'growth' is a doomed strategy
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- #Poverty Eradication
- #Economic Inequality
- #Sustainable Development
- Poverty and inequality are not natural but results of policy choices in tax, labor, and public services.
- Economic growth has failed to ensure shared prosperity and is ecologically unsustainable.
- The 'roadmap for eradicating poverty beyond growth' proposes alternatives to GDP-focused models.
- Key solutions include decent work, living wages, universal public services, and fair economic rules.
- Global economic reforms are needed, addressing debt, climate finance, and international solidarity.
- Involving those experiencing poverty in policy design is crucial for effective anti-poverty strategies.
- Existing movements and coalitions worldwide offer foundations for building equitable economies.
- Poverty can be dismantled through deliberate policy changes prioritizing rights and planetary boundaries.