Hidden Vulnerabilities in Communities

This research snapshot outlines the well-documented effects of growing up in poverty.

Summary

The effects of growing up in poverty have been well documented. Children who grow up in families with access to adequate resources and economic security tend to have better education and health outcomes over time than those who don’t. Communities with limited access to quality housing, education and care, health services, and employment can contribute to such inequalities.

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